2. The Trojan War - The legendary conflict between the Greeks and the Trojans, dating back to around 1250 BC, is known for its epic storytelling, including the Trojan horse.
3. The Fall of the Roman Empire - The collapse of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century marked a significant turning point in European history.
4. The Renaissance - Beginning in the 14th century, this period saw a renewed interest in classical art, literature, and science, leading to cultural advancements and artistic masterpieces.
5. The Voyages of Christopher Columbus - Columbus's journeys to the Americas in the late 15th century paved the way for European exploration and colonization of the New World.
6. The Reformation - The 16th-century religious movement led by Martin Luther challenged the authority of the Catholic Church and resulted in the establishment of Protestant denominations.
7. The Scientific Revolution - Spanning the 16th to 18th centuries, this period marked significant advancements in scientific thought and exploration, including discoveries by Galileo, Newton, and Copernicus.
8. The French Revolution - The late 18th-century revolution in France led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic, spreading the ideas of liberty, equality, and fraternity.
9. The American Revolution - Occurring concurrently with the French Revolution, America's fight for independence from Great Britain resulted in the establishment of the United States.
10. The Industrial Revolution - Beginning in Britain in the 18th century, this period saw major advancements in technology and manufacturing, transforming industries and societies.
11. World War I - Fought between 1914 and 1918, the Great War involved most of the major world powers and resulted in significant casualties.
12. World War II - Spanning from 1939 to 1945, this global conflict resulted in the deaths of millions of people, including the Holocaust, and led to widespread social and political changes.
13. The Civil Rights Movement - The struggle for racial equality in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s led by Martin Luther King Jr. achieved landmark civil rights legislation.
14. The Space Race - The competition between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War resulted in the launch of satellites and human missions into space, most notably Neil Armstrong's historic moon landing in 1969.
15. The Fall of the Berlin Wall - The collapse of this physical and ideological barrier in 1989 symbolised the end of communist regimes in Eastern Europe and the reunification of Germany.