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A scene on the ice, Dutch Republic, first half of the 17th century. The 17th century lasted from January 1, 1601 (represented by the Roman numerals MDCI), to December 31, 1700 (MDCC). It falls into the early modern period of Europe and in that continent (whose impact on the world was increasing) was characterized by the Baroque cultural ...
Nations and Empires were built, new political and scientific systems were established, and in the theatre of war, many people died. In this article, we will look at 7 key events that took place during the 17th Century. 1.
1688: Siamese revolution of 1688 ousted French influence and virtually severed all ties with the West until the 19th century. 1688–1689: The Glorious Revolution starts with the Dutch Republic invading England, England becomes a constitutional monarchy. 1688–1691: The War of the Two Kings in Ireland.
Notable scientists of this era include the astronomer Galileo Galilei, philosopher René Descartes, inventor and mathematician Blaise Pascal, and Isaac Newton. Here is a brief historical list of the greatest technology, science, and invention hits of the 17th century.
List of famous people of the 17th century who changed the world with their great deeds. Check out their biographies that include trivia, interesting facts, timeline and life history.
In the early 17th century the architect Inigo Jones introduced the classical style of architecture (based on ancient Greek and Roman styles). He designed the Banqueting Hall in Whitehall, which was the first purely classical building in England.
American Life in the Seventeenth Century covers the transition from settlements to villages and towns in Colonial America, including the religions, industries, and geographical features that shaped daily life. This painting depicts a scene from the Salem Witch Trials.
The 17th century was a period of unceasing disturbance and violent storms, no less in literature than in politics and society. The Renaissance had prepared a receptive environment essential to the dissemination of the ideas of the new science and philosophy.
The 17th Century was a time of great turmoil and conflict in Europe. One of the biggest events to take place was the Thirty Years’ War. This war was fought between the years 1618 and 1648, and it began as a religious conflict between Protestants and Catholics.
Enlightenment, a European intellectual movement of the 17th and 18th centuries that emphasized the use of reason to advance understanding of the universe and to improve the human condition. The goals of the Enlightenment were knowledge, freedom, and happiness.