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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 [...]

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The 30 Year’s War- December 10

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 [...]

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December 8 Notes

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 [...]

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December 5, 2008 Notes

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 [...]

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Byzantium
When Rome fell, Constantinople stood strong, lasted til 15th century. Byzantine empire- protects europe from turks and arabs for 700 years. Acted as a buffer. It also transmitted greek culture north to the Russians- saints went as missionaries- the Russian monarch- called czar (or tsar, from Caesar)- they think they are the 3rd rome. Scientific [...]

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