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Period: 1000 to 1492
Beginning of Nation State
nation-state is one where the great majority are conscious of a common identity and share the same culture. -
1100
The Oraibi village was founded in Arizona.
Oraibi was founded sometime before 1100 CE making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the United States. Oraibi remained unknown and isolated from the world until Spanish explorer Don Pedro de Tova encountered the Hopi while searching for the legendary Seven Citys of Gold. -
1215
King John Signs the Magna Carta
King John was forced to sign the Magna Carta (great charter) and it did 2 important things. 1) forced monarchs to obey the laws and 2) gave nobles rights, that were later extended to all free-men -
1295
The Development of Parliament
After the Magna Carta, English leaders relied on the Great Council for advice. This council evolved into Parliament to later become England's legislature. As parliament acquired a larger role in the government, it helped unify England. -
1302
Forming the Estates General
During this struggle with the pope, Phillip gained the support of the French by setting up the Estates General in 1302. This body had representatives from all classes of French society: clergy, nobles, and townspeople. -
1492
Columbus began his exploration of the New World
After sailing across the Atlantic Ocean, Christopher Columbus sights a Bahamian island thinking it was East Asia.King John II sponsored his attempt to find a western ocean route to China, India, and the gold and spice islands of Asia
