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University of Calgary: Obligations of Vassalage Agreements
This resource outlines the many duties of a vassal to his lord.
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University of Calgary: Homage Ceremony
Contains the text of an account of an actual homage ceremony performed during the Middle Ages.
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University of Calgary: Order of Loyalties
Resource describes the procedure that takes place when a vassal has pledged loyalty to more than one lord.
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University of Calgary: The Visconti and Sforza in Milan
Discusses the Visconti and Sforza families that ruled Milan during the 15th-Century. Mentions Florence, other family members and French domination.
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The Impact of the Printing Press
Provides a quick explanation of the early European printing industry. The reaction of various social classes to the invention of moveable type is mentioned.
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University of Calgary: Hernando Cortes Exploration
This account of "The Conquest of the Aztec Empire" tells the story of Cortes' encounter with the Aztecs and the fall of the empire.
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University of Calgary: The Caribbean: First Contact
This site details the initial contact of the European colonizers with the Caribbean islands. The site explains how the Caribbean became colonized and also has maps, quotes, and artwork.
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The Conquest of the Inca Empire: Francisco Pizarro
This historical note on the conquest of the Inca Empire by Francisco Pizarro is illustrated and linked to continuing discussion about the age of exploration.
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European Voyages of Exploration: Henry the Navigator
This site provides a well-written account of Prince Henry's adventurous personality that led him to become one of Portugal's most famous explorers. Discusses the economic benefits of Portugal's exploration and trade. Note: This tutorial...
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European Voyages of Exploration: Geography and Cartography
This site provides information on mapmaking and cartograohy of the early explorers. Includes pictures of maps.
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The Society of Jesus
Discusses how the Jesuits were able to convince people to allow them to come to Canada and why they wanted to travel to the New World. Provides information about the Jesuit religion and how it was used in exploration.
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Isabella I the Catholic
This page is part of the University of Calgary History Department's award-winning "European Voyages of Exploration" website. It provides biographical information on Queen Isabella I of Castile and includes several images of Isabella and...
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The Sea Route to India & Vasco Da Gama
This very informative site discusses the sea route to India used by Bartolomeu Dias (1457-1500) and Vasco da Gama (1469-1524). Animated maps show the routes. Click on "Proceed with Tutorial" at the bottom of the page to read more about...
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Uof C: Advances in Shipbuilding and Navigation
This site gives information on technical advances in Portuguese shipbuilding and navigational tools.
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European Voyages of Exploration: Portugal
This site provides an in-depth historical detail on the rise of Portuguese trade and exploration. Special attention is given to the history of the Portuguese monarchy and the conditions that led to the nation's rise in power. Further...
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University of Calgary: Ming Dynasty's Maritime History
This site provides a discussion from the University of Calgary of the extensive maritime voyages taken during the Ming dynasty. A map is included.
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University of Calgary: European Maritime Superiority
Read this site from the University of Calgary to learn why the Europeans dominated maritime trade and war during the 1500s. Make sure to use the arrow bottom at the button to read more.
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Greek Colonization of the Mediterranean
Interesting map of Greek colonization around 650 B.C. Also includes areas of Etruscan and Phoenician settlements.
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Native Civilizations
Blackfoot, Cree and Sioux cultures inhabited the plains. They were nomadic people who followed the roaming buffalo herds, hunting as needed to supply the essentials of life.
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Native Civilizations
The study of Native history can be broken into three broad categories, region, culture and language. Three interactive maps provide more information about each cultural, linguistic or regional group. Students are challenged to read and...
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University of Calgary: Roman Domination of the Mediterranean
This map, which is provided for by the University of Calgary, displays the extent of the territories governed by the Roman Republic in 86 BC.
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U Calgary: Italy During the Decline of the Etruscan League and the Rise of Rome
A map showing the relative small size of Rome in relation to its neighbors in 380 BC. The Greek colonies are shown at the foot of the boot of Italy, the Etruscan League is to the north and the Italic Tribes to the east.
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Uof C: The Islamic World to 1600: Architecture
A brief discussion of the unique style of Islamic Palaces and the reasons for the construction.
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University of Calgary: West Africa
Article from the University of Calgary that examines the development and growth of Islam in West Africa. The Islamic religion is traced from the beginning of the period through today.