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Here are the highlights of what we've covered so far. I'm also providing information regarding the chapters where the different issues are covered. Looking in the book can be very helpful in terms of images, maps, section headings, timelines. Don't underestimate the value of visual material to help you create images and structures for information.

Keep in mind that we're going to be using this information of what was going on in Europe in our attempts to understand developments in Sweden from 1500 to today.


THE CRUSADES

The Crusades are discussed in chapter 14. For our purposes, the Crusades are relevant because
- they are the means by which earlier knowledge from Ancient Greece and Rome were re-introduced into Europe.
- they lead to increased trade throughout Europe
- they lead to increased wealth and the development of banking

These factors together help to strengthen the power of various leaders in Europe, contribute to the growth of cities.


THE PROTESTANT REFORMATION

Chapter 17, Section 3

Luther's teachings present new ways to approach Christianity. They also will provided economic and political opportunities to various kingdoms -- such as Sweden.

Central to Luther's beliefs is the the reading of the Bible. (See the table below.)

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THE SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTION

Chapter 22, Section 1

ENLIGHTENMENT

Chapter 22, Section 2

I'll put Enlightenment slides up on Vklass.