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The 16th century1501–1600
What were the key events of the 16th century?
In the 16th century (1501–1600), European ocean voyages expanded, Spain and others conquered Central and South America, and the Reformation that began with Luther spread across the continent. In Japan, firearms arrived, and after the Honnoji Incident Toyotomi Hideyoshi unified the country, followed by the Battle of Sekigahara.
- European ocean voyages expandEurope
- Reformation spreads across EuropeEurope
- Spain and others conquer Latin AmericaLatin America
- Mughal Empire founded in northern IndiaAsia
- Firearms arrive in Japan at TanegashimaAsia
- Oda Nobunaga dies in the Honnoji IncidentAsia
- Toyotomi Hideyoshi unifies JapanAsia
- Eastern army wins the Battle of SekigaharaAsia
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The 16th century in AP history courses
| AP World History | Unit 3–4 (Land-Based Empires; Transoceanic Interconnections) |
|---|---|
| AP U.S. History | Period 1 |
Key events of the 16th century (timeline · excerpt)
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Firearms arrive in Japan at Tanegashima
Oda Nobunaga dies in the Honnoji Incident
Toyotomi Hideyoshi unifies Japan
Eastern army wins the Battle of Sekigahara
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