apr 4, 1476 - Byzantine Empire falls English used by those in power
Description:
These two major turning points in history help historians mark the separation between medieval times and the Renaissance. The medieval era started with the fall of Rome and with Old English; it ended with the fall of the Byzantine empire and Middle English. In effect, the medieval time period captures the rise of English culture, from germanic tribal culture to one of Christ, king, and parliament.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 4, 1476
Now
~ 550 years ago