*Guttenberg Printing Press significance - allowed for the dissemination of information to the public

Protestant reformation significance - unhappiness with the Catholic church lead to reformation efforts made by clerics such as Martin Luther, who spearhead the formation of the Protestant denomination. Within the context of Britain for example, the Anglican church grew to prominence when the King of England decided to create his own branch of Christianity. * Black Plague significance - population drop, artistans and farmers were more valued as a result, lead to their growing economic power.

Age of Exploration Sea faring vessels become more adept at sailing long distance and advancements made in ship technology lead to an increase in exploration of the world and maritime trade. This time period lead to the basis of some of the World's strongest navies, such as the Spanish Armada and Britain's own Navy, lead by illustrious pirates such as Francis Drake.

Transplant of crops from the new world sig, - maize and other plants allowed for diversity of diet for the Europeans

Climate change Warmer climate allowed for farmers to yield a surplus, which meant they had the ability to work less than others. Often times this surplus was sold at the market place and this netted a profit, sowing the initial seeds for capitalism.

Advancements made in agricultural technology plow crop rotation watermill

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