The document provides context about life in Early Modern Europe from the late 15th century to the late 18th century. Some key events during this period include the invention of the printing press, the fall of Constantinople, Columbus arriving in the new world, and the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. Religious differences between Catholics and Protestants led to much conflict and violence as people took sides. The Tudor family tree is discussed, including Henry VIII establishing the Church of England after divorcing Catherine of Aragon. His daughter Elizabeth I's 45-year reign over England is described as a "Golden Age", though Catholics still sought to dethrone her due to her tolerance of both religions.

1. Early Modern Europe late 15th century to the late 18th century Considered the centuries between the end of the Middle Ages and the beginning of the Industrial Revolution

2. Early Modern Europe Timeline 1450 – Printing press was invented 1453 – Fall of Constantinople 1492 – Christopher Columbus finds new world 1497 – Direct trade with Asia is formed 1498 – Leonardo Da Vinci paints The Last Supper 1517 – Reformation of protestants begins 1707 – Kingdom of Britain is formed with union of England and Scotland 1789 – French revolution

3. Life in Early Modern Europe Most of the history through this period was surviving through a constant battle of religion. Deciding your side, either catholic or protestant, was the topic of the era. This difference of belief created majority of the conflict and left thousands dead. Protestants believe they can talk to god Catholic believe only pope can talk to god

4. Tudor Family Tree Henry VIII was the son of Henry VII and took the throne in 1509 After Henry VIII’s death he was proceeded in 1547 by his young son Edward, from his 3rd wife Jane Edward Died young and was proceeded by his cousin Jane then a few weeks later his sister “Bloody Mary” in 1553

5. Queen Elizabeth September 1533 – March 1603 After the vicious reign of “Bloody Mary” Elizabeth took the throne England fell into what is now called the Golden Age for 45 years during the reign of Queen Elizabeth

6. Queen Elizabeth The Golden Age As the battle between Catholics and protestants raged on, Queen Elizabeth was very tolerant of both sides Catholics were never pleased with her leniency towards religion and set out to de throne her during the time of her reign