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The Middle ages
This program traces the evolution of Europe during the Middle Ages from a group of loosely tied kingdoms to a prosperous community of nations. Topics include the role of the Church, development of the feudal system, the rise of the nobility, the Cru...
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The Renaissance, Reformation, and Beyond: Towards a Modern Europe
The Italian Renaissance’s contributions to revolutions in architecture, art, religion, commerce, politics, and navigation are discussed in this program. The Signoria Tower, Ghiberti’s Baptistry doors, and Giotto’s Bell Tower exemplify innovati...