Overview
Welcome to a world governed by kings and queens, protected by chivalrous knights, and plagued by disease and turmoil! You have entered the realm of the Middle Ages, a dark, yet intriguing period of history. The Middle Ages officially began when the Roman Empire fell and lasted over 1,000 years! Most historians agree that the Middle Ages spanned from 500 CE to 1500 CE. This time period is commonly referred to as medieval times or the dark age. The latter title describes the time period because after the collaspe of the Roman Empire, much knowledge was lost and Europe fell into a "dark" period of survival; there was little emphasis on learning and culture. Feel free to explore this website to learn more about this historical period!