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Jan 1, 718
Reconquesta
It was battles between , '" The Christian Kingdoms," and "The Muslim Moors." They fought for control Iberian Peninsula. It had lasted a good portion of, "The Middle Ages." Lasted January 1, 718 to December 31,1492. -
Jan 1, 1066
Norman Invasion
The military conquest of England by William (duke of Normandy) primarily effected by his decisive victory at the Battle of Hastings and resulting ultimately in profound political, administrative, and social changes in the British isles. -
Oct 14, 1066
Batte Of Hastings
King Harold II was defeated by the Norman forces of William the Conqueror. The battle had taken place at Senlac Hill, seven miles from Hasting, England. Two weeks before the battle. William ( the duke of Normandy) had invaded England, claiming his right to the English throne. Edward the confessor promise to make William his heir. However, Edward granted Harold the kingdom to Harold Godwine. Edward died and Harold Godwine proclaiming king Harold II, and William immediately disputed his claim. -
Jun 12, 1215
Signing of the Magna Carta
Magna Carta is a written document that is signed by King John. The document peace treaty between john and his barons, guaranteed that the king would respect the feudal right and privileges, uphold freedom of the church, and maintain the nation's laws. -
Jan 1, 1347
Start of The Bubonic Plague (Black Death)
The Black Death is an illness in Europe. It arrived by sea and most people were dead, and whoever as still alive were ill. This was in October, year 1347. There were overcome with fever, unable to keep food down, an delirious of pain. so many graphic things that made people sick, an the called it, "Black Death." -
Nov 1, 1474
Spanish Inquisition
The purpose of having a Spanish Inquisition was to discover and punish converted Jews who were insincere.
