Revolutionary World History Timline by Fatima Flores-Hernandez _ Student - EastGarnerMS

The Neolithic Revolution Begins (10,000 BCE)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-04-24 17:46:57 UTC

The Neolithic revolution also known as "The Agricultural Revolution". It was the time where we as humans cultivated plants, breed animals for food and formed permanent settlements and started to live together in communities.

The Green Revolution Begins ( 1966)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-04-24 18:05:28 UTC

The Green Revolution began in the 1960s as a series of agricultural advancements aimed at increasing food production worldwide, particularly in developing countries. It involved the adoption of high-yielding crop varieties, modern farming techniques, and the use of fertilizers and pesticides to boost agricultural productivity.

Gun Powder is invented (9th century CE)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-04-24 18:06:33 UTC

Gunpowder was invented in China during the Eastern Han dynasty. Gunpowder is a mixture of charcoal,sulphur and saltpetre. Gunpowder also has a significant history in history warfare.

The Industrial Revolution Begins (1760)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-04-24 18:07:29 UTC

The Industrial Revolution began in the late 18th century, primarily in Britain, and later spread to other parts of the world. It was characterized by significant advancements in technology, such as the steam engine and mechanized textile production, leading to the transition from agrarian and handicraft-based economies to industrialized ones. This period sparked rapid urbanization, social changes, and economic growth, laying the foundation for modern industrial society.

Plastic is invented (1907)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-04-25 17:21:09 UTC

Plastic was invented in the early 20th century, with the first fully synthetic plastic, Bakelite, being developed by Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland in 1907. This marked the beginning of a new era of materials that would revolutionize industries and everyday life with their versatility, durability, and low cost of production.

Columbus "discovers'' the Americas (1492)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-04-25 17:22:30 UTC

In 1492, Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer sailing under the Spanish flag, reached the Americas, believing he had found a new route to Asia. This event marked the beginning of European exploration and colonization of the Americas, although the lands were already inhabited by indigenous peoples. Columbus's voyages had far-reaching consequences, including the exchange of goods, ideas, cultures, and the eventual colonization and exploitation of the Americas by European powers.

The Syrian Civil War begins (2011)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-04-25 17:23:44 UTC

The Syrian war started because different groups in Syria wanted power and control. They fought against each other, causing a lot of destruction and suffering for the people in Syria.

Neil Armstrong steps onto the surface of the moon (1969)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-04-25 17:25:35 UTC

On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first person to set foot on the moon during NASA's Apollo 11 mission. His famous words, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," echoed around the world, marking a historic moment in human achievement and space exploration.

The World Trade Organization is founded (1995)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-05-24 17:10:49 UTC

The World Trade Organization (WTO) was established in 1995 to supervise and liberalize international trade. Its main functions include facilitating trade negotiations, handling trade disputes, and monitoring trade policies of member countries to ensure they comply with agreed-upon rules.

The Printing Press is invented (1440)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-05-24 17:13:22 UTC

The Printing Press was created by Johannes Gutenberg. The printing press allowed us to be able to print flyers, posters,etc. the printing press has a significant value in our timeline because it helped us spread information better during the time period it was invented.

Facebook launches (2004)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-05-24 17:16:02 UTC

Facebook launched as a social networking platform in 2004, founded by Mark Zuckerberg and his college roommates. It quickly grew into one of the largest social media platforms globally, connecting billions of people worldwide.

Cambridge Analytica goes bankrupt (2008)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-05-28 17:10:56 UTC

Cambridge Analytica, a company that was involved in controversial data mining and political consulting, went bankrupt due to its involvement in a scandal where it was accused of improperly accessing Facebook user data for political purposes.

An atomic bomb is dropped on Nagasaki (1945)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-05-28 17:42:33 UTC

On August 9, 1945, during World War II, an atomic bomb was dropped on the city of Nagasaki, Japan, by the United States. The bombing resulted in significant destruction and loss of life, leading to Japan's surrender and the end of the war shortly after.

Creation of the World Wide web (1989)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-06-01 02:39:19 UTC

The World Wide Web was created in 1989 by British computer scientist Sir Tim Berners-Lee. It revolutionized the way information is accessed and shared by enabling the linking of documents and resources through hypertext. This laid the foundation for the modern internet as we know it today.

The Protestant Reformation (1517)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-06-01 02:40:53 UTC

The Protestant Reformation began in 1517 when Martin Luther, a German monk, published his "95 Theses" criticizing certain practices of the Catholic Church, particularly the sale of indulgences. This event sparked a movement that led to the formation of various Protestant denominations, challenging the authority of the Catholic Church and ultimately reshaping the religious landscape of Europe.

Council of Trent (1545-1563)

ffloreshernandez — 2024-06-01 02:41:33 UTC

The Council of Trent was a series of meetings held by the Catholic Church between 1545 and 1563 in response to the Protestant Reformation. It aimed to address doctrinal issues, reform practices, and reaffirm Catholic teachings. The council's decisions had a significant impact on shaping the Catholic Church's doctrines and practices for centuries to come.