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The Divine Right of Kings is a political and religious doctrine that asserts a monarch’s authority is derived directly from God, making them truthful only to divine authority and not to earthly powers like parliaments or the people. This doctrine had a massive impact on the English monarchy during the ruling of James I, CharlesContinue reading “History week 29”

The Peace of Augsburg was a treaty signed on September 25, 1555, in the German city of Augsburg. It was an agreement between Charles V, and the Schmalkaldic League, a league of Protestant territories. The treaty officially ended the religious struggle between Catholics and Lutherans within the Holy Roman Empire. This principle allowed the kingsContinue reading “History week 28.”

William Shakespeare, often referred to as the “Bard of Avon”, was an English playwright, poet, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world’s pre-eminent dramatist. He was born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564 and produced most of his known works between 1589 and 1613. Shakespeare wrote 39 plays, whichContinue reading “History week 27.”

Jamestown, located in current day Virginia, was the first English settlement in north America. It was announced by the London Company on May 14, 1607. The settlement faced numerous challenges, including famine, disease, and conflict with local Native American tribes. Tobacco became Jamestown’s “golden crop” help by John Rolfe, who made a profitable strain ofContinue reading “History week 26.”

Queen Elizabeth I, often referred to as the “Good Queen Bess,” was the last monarch of the House of Tudor. She reigned as Queen of England and Ireland from November 17, 1558, until her death on March 24, 1603. Elizabeth was the daughter of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Elizabeth is known for establishingContinue reading “History week 25.”

Edward VI was the King of England and Ireland from 1547 until his death in 1553. He was the only legitimate son of King Henry VIII and his third wife Jane Seymour. Edward became king at the tender age of nine and became the first English monarch to be raised as a Protestant. Because ofContinue reading “History week 24.”

John Calvin was a French theologian, pastor, and a key figure in protestant Reformation. Born on July 10th, 1509, in France Picardy Calvin is best known for his influential work, “Institutes of the Christian Religion”, which laid out the principles of Calvinism. He taught that God’s will is absolute and that human beings are entirelyContinue reading “History week 23.”

 Gerhard Groote was born in Deventer, a city in Netherlands in 1340. He grew up in a wealthy and prominent family which means he got good education. He studied in Paris and became a French Teacher, however, after a near death experience he underwent a spiritual transformation. He gave up his wealth and worldly possessionsContinue reading “History week 22.”

The French colonial empire began in the 16th century and grew massively in the 19th century and 20th century. France announced the colonies were in: America, Carribean, Asia, Africa. The French pursued a policy known as “Mission civilistrace” aiming to spread the word of culture, religion, language, however this led to the resistance of population.Continue reading “History week 21.”

Magellan was born on 1480 in Portugal, Sabrosa. He began his maritime career at a young age and served in the Portugal navy. In 1519, Magellan set sail from Spain with a fleet of five ships, aiming to find a western sea route to the Spice Islands by sailing around the American continent. Magellan becameContinue reading “History week 20.”