Lecture Notes Flashcards
When did the Ottomans take Constantinople?
The Ottomans Conquered Constantinople on May 29th, 1453 by SUltan Mehmed ll
What did the Ottomans do to cripple Europeans after the fall of Constaninople?
They made their newly controlled trade route much more expensive to buy from for the Europeans.
What are the Ottomans belief?
They are conquering the world for God
What was established in 1453 after Constaninople?
The Kiva Han, the first ever coffee house.
What country led in the pursuit of exploring the far east.
Portugal, and they speak Portuguese. Very important
At the same time Ottomans took Constaninople, what did Prince Henry do and plan
Prince Henry funded the explorations of the far East,.
What was the tax established by Prince Henry the navigator?
20% taxes to fund his future explorations
Which country found the trade route to the east?
Portugal did, making it the most important European country.
What did Columbus do in 1492?
He completed his journey across the Atlantic Ocean, finding what is now known as the Bahamas.
When did Arston and Castile unite Spain together?
In 1479, after Ferdinard the 2nd succeeded to the crown of Aragon
What was the treaty of Tordesillas?
an agreement signed in 1494 between Spain and Portugal that divided the world outside of Europe
What are Japanese Military Overlords called?
Japanese Military Overlords are called Shoguns; Originally started by Minamoto Yoritomo in 1185
What religion was Bahadur a leader of?
Guru Tegh Bahadur was a leader of the Sikhism Religion.
Who executed the Guru Tegh Bahadur?
Aurangzeb, the longest lasting Mughal Ruler, executed Guru Tegh Bahadur.
