A time of great creativity in art, learning, writing and thought. Artists, Writers, Scientists and Reformers produced important works.

European explorers and conquistadors searched for faster and safer route to Asia. The New World, the Strait of Magellan and new trade routes were discovered.

During the Reformation, people wanted to reform the Catholic Church. Martin Luther posted the 95 Theses as a protest to the Catholic Church.

European countries started colonies in North America. Colonists moved to the american colonies for wealth and religious freedom.

A global conflict from 1939-1945 between the Allied Forces and the Axis powers. The USA fought in this war to stop Japan, Italy and Germany from taking control of other countries.

A European movement during the 1700s that focused on people’s freedoms and changed the way people thought about governments.

"The Shot Heard Round the World" When the Americans won this war against Britain, this influenced people in other countries to change their governments.

This event caused the USA to enter World War II.

Terrorists attacked the USA bombing the Twin Towers and the Pentagon. This event began the US War on Terror around the world.

This international group was established after WW2. It's goal is to try to solve world problems.

Great Britain is trying to leave the European Economic Union.

On 11/4/2019, Americans changed the time on the clocks. We moved the time back one hour. This time change will last till March.

A global war in Europe from 1914-1918 between the Allied Forces and the Central powers. This was the first global war. It is also called the "Great War".