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22. The Renaissance
this refers to the period after Europe plunged into the dark ages, cultural stagnation following the terrors of the Bubonic Plague. . Was it really the Bubonic Plague that plunged Europe into the "dark ages"? In my opinion [and I believe most historians hold a similar view] the decline of the Roman Empire was the MAJOR factor that pushed Europe into the "dark ages". Anything else that happened after that was just a part of the whole episode. The fall of the Western Roman Empire in the late 5th century to the Barbarians under Odoacer was the major factor.

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24 Facts About Events That Changed Humanity

“History isn’t just the story of bad people doing bad things. It’s quite as much a story of people trying to do good things. But somehow, something goes wrong.”
– C.S. Lewis
There are certain events which take place in humanity’s history, which shape it and alter it in a most profound way. Discoveries in science, the unveiling of new technologies, immense tragedies, loss of life, and changes in nature all have an impact on human life. Here are some facts about a few of those path altering events.

24. The Industrial Revolution

Around 1760 England began to undergo an Industrial Revolution, and other countries soon followed in their footsteps. People were looking to move away from an agricultural-based existence and feudalism as a system of government. This period saw the restructuring of how land, economic power, and labor were distributed. A middle class was created which led to the desire for more goods and services including public transportation and access to healthcare. This turning point essentially led to the creation of modern society.

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22. The Renaissance
this refers to the period after Europe plunged into the dark ages, cultural stagnation following the terrors of the Bubonic Plague. More books were being printed, and education was no longer solely controlled by the Church. Europe developed and enriched its arts and architecture, and sought to embrace logic and curiosity. Thanks to this period in history, the world enjoys the works and innovations and master artworks of icons like Michelangelo and DaVinci.