Albrecht von Wallenstein (see powerpoint for points)
Quite successful, series of victories from N. Germany to where Roman empire meets Denmark. Threatens Denmark- on verge of consolidating Empire back to holy roman emperor. Persecution, forced conversion, redistribution of land- Edict of Restitution- after 1522, any catholic property collected by Protestants would have to be given back [...]
Archive for December, 2008
Last Class- End of the 30 Years War
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The 30 Year’s War- December 10
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Summary of 30 Years War
A. Background
b. problems
c. responses
d. alliances
e. France’s Interest
f. What Kind of War
30 Years War
One of the 3 greatest developments along with decline of Spain and reconstruction of France in 1700’s. Spain was bankrupt, suffered from privateering raids, fallen Spanish Armada. These things were related- they led to the emergence of absolutism. Specific [...]
December 8 Notes
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December 8 Notes
Luther upset at the church because of extra-biblical practices.
Sale of indulgences since 1300’s under Pope Bonifice the 8th.
Purgatory- not scriptural, and implies atonement of Christ was insufficient.
Treasury of Merit- church extends extra merit to individuals to keep from purgatory. Indulgences sold more when money is needed. Johann Tetsule travels around to sell indulgences [...]
December 5, 2008 Notes
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Supply and demand and price inflation.
During this era, Europe’s population was increasing. Puts a bigger strain on resources. Portugal was bringing in gold from Africa, Spain along with silver, from central and south america. Gold discovered in europe. mercantilism arises (hoarding precious metals). All the trends are inflationary. Spain particularly- Charles the 5 engaged in [...]
Renaissance Continued, December 3
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Some of Renaissance people- extreme individualism- thought maybe they knew everything.
Michelangelo- sculptor, etc
Leonardo da Vinci
Donatello- Italian sculptor
Had confidence, persistence- today identified with their great works. Developing to full capabilities. Be the “universal man.” — Be all you can be…
Humanism was another characteristic. The revival of it was a revival of classical learning. Fundamental changes in [...]
Middle Ages
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Decline of the Middle Ages- Secular world thinks it was a good thing.
One limiting factor of monarchs was that they were not geographically contiguous states. Variety of customs, local laws, languages, institutions etc. There is a parallel in modern times- like the splintered Soviet Union (which was made of around 100 different ethnic groups). The [...]
