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Ottoman siege of Vienna
This was the Ottoman Empires first attempt to overthrow the city of Vienna, Austria. The siege was lead by Suleiman the Magnificent. -
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The Baroque Period in Art and Music
This was a period of a new artistic style that exaggerated motion. This style could be translated to sculpture, painting, architecture, literature, dance, theater, and music. -
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The Golden Age of the Netherlands
The Netherlands had very acclaimed trade, military, science, and art. The first half of this "Golden Age" was marked by the 80 years war. -
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Height of Mercantilism in Europe
Mercantilism reached its peak in the 17th and 18th centuries. Mercantilism was a set of beliefs that described a successful country. -
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The English Civil War
This was a war fought mainly between parliamentarians and royalists. The war was fought generally over the how England's government should be run. -
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Reign of Louis XIV
The Sun King was a monarch from the House of Bourbon. He was the monarch of France from 1643 to 1715 when he died. -
Peace of Westphalia ends the Thirty Years War
The thirty years war was one or Europe's most destructive wars. The treaty gave independence to the Swiss from Austria and to the Dutch from Spain. -
Thomas Hobbes Published The Leviathan
The full title is actually, "Leviathan-- or The Matter, Forme and Power of a Common Wealth Ecclesiasticall and Civil." It got its name from the Leviathan more commonly known from the bible. -
The English Monarchy Restored
Charles II was the first king to rule after the English monarchy was restored. In 1660 the English, Scottish, and Irish monarchies were all restored. -
Test Act in England
These were a set of laws put in place in order to test public office religiously. This brought Roman Catholics and nonconformists several civil disabilities. -
Revocation of the Edict of Nantes
This edict, also known as the Edict of Fontainebleau, was published by France's King Louis XIV. The Edict of Nantes gave the Huguenots the ability to practice their own religion without being punished. -
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The Enlightenment
Politics, philosophy, science, and communications advanced in this time. It was also called the Age of Reason. -
Newton’s Publication of the Principia Mathematica
These three latin books are usually referred to simply as the Principia. These works illustrate his studies on the laws of motion and universal gravitation. -
The “Glorious Revolution”
Also known as the Revolution of 1688, this was a revolution conducted to overthrow England's King James II. English Parliamentarians and William of Orange formed a union to fight for the revolution. -
John Locke Published Two Treatises of Government
Two Treatises of Government is John Locke's philosophy about politics. It was originally published anonymously. -
Reign of Peter the Great
Peter the Great and his brother Ivan ruled Russia together starting in 1682. When his brother died, Peter took over as the Sovereign of Russia in 1696 -
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The Agricultural Revolution
Agricultural science advanced and crop productivity increased. This went on between the 18th century and the early 19th century. -
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War of Spanish Succession
This was the first world war, taking place in multiple countries and even overseas. It started after King Charles de Secondat of Spain died in 1700. -
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War of Austrian Succession
These wars were a reaction mostly of the death of Charles VI. The wars were fought over the succession of Maria Theresa's land in the House of Hapsburg. -
Reign of Maria Theresa of Austria
Maria Theresa was the archduchess of Austria. She was also known as the Holy Roman Empress and the queen of Hungary and Bohemia. -
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Reign of Frederick the Great of Prussia
Frederick the Second was the King of Prussia. He created a strong military power by winning wars and expanding territories. -
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The Rococo Period in Art and Music
The Rococo style came around after Bach and Handel died in the mid 18th century. This new music was a "lighter type of melody and the chordal harmony."(http://raympoon.playgroundhk.com/bbs/music6.htm) -
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Seven Years War
The battle was fought between between 1754 and 1763. However, the main war was fought in the seven years between 1756 and 1763. -
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American Revolution
This was a revolt of the 13 Colonies against Great Britain's control. The result was American independence from Great Britain and the founding of the United States. -
First Partition of Poland
This was the first of three partitions of Poland. Tension between surrounding countries was the main cause of these partitions. -
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The Classical Period in Art and Music
This even newer style of music was known for being less complex. The music usually included an obvious tune over a quieter chordal accompaniment. -
French Revolution
French citizens revolted against their political ways and monarchical powers. They did not get everything they wanted but it did play a great role in the way that the nation of France is formed today.
