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Century - 1600s

The 1600s refers to the time period of 1601 to 1700. Significant events during this time period, known as the 17th century, include the Scientific Revolution, the Thirty Years' War, and the English Civil War. It was during this century that scientists such as Isaac Newton and Galileo made their discoveries known.

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What are advantages and disadvantages of the habitant families of the 1600s?

Advantages are that they could grow and eat their own crops. And that there were many ways yto be resourceful

What life was like in west Africa in the 1600s?

I'm also studying this in school, i do not have much information but ill give you the information i have, hope this helps

in the north they had a religion which was Islam, where as in the south they had no religion

in the north it was all Sahara deserts, where as in the south it was all a rain forest and had a lot of rainfall.

in the south they had villages with wooden thatches, in the north they had towns like Timbuktu made from mud bricks it was usually single houses, they had bigger kingdoms, they had their own governors and there was judges and tax collectors.

in the north they had a low rainfall so it made crops difficult to grow, but they had food such as yams and corn, where as in the south it was a hot climate but still had a high rainfall

hope that helped?

Who was on the throne in England in the 1600's?

At the beginning of the century, Elizabeth I. After she died, James I and then Charles I. From 1649 till 1660 there was the Protectorate instead of a king or queen. The Monarchy was restored with Charles II, James II, and then William and Mary. William lived into the 1700s.

What country had the largest fleet in 1600?

The Dutch Merchant fleet was the biggest in the world from 1600 till 1750. After that the English became the leading country.

What was the currency in 1600's France?

The french Livre was used from the 12th century but has gone extinct and cannot be compared to the U.S dollar

What was happened in Europe mid 1600s?

30 Years War. Counter Reformation. Are we counting things like sailing-off to the New World?

Here are a couple of nice little time-lines for you.

Women? ::shakes her head:: I see some claims that their situation was much improved, but unless my memory plays me false, we are also talking about the puritans, Calvanists, and other "right-wing" sects of the Protestant church. My understanding is that they didn't grant women any rights. They had the right to belong to a male and pray to God that that male cared for her, protected her, and provided for her.

There were apparently a good many business owners in London who were female.

Hope this helps get you started.

Describe three ways that European powers strengthened their economies in the 1500s and 1600s?

European powers adopted the policy of mercantilism by which colonies existed for the benefit of the parent country. Europeans regulated trade with their colonies, sold monopolies to industries or trading companies, and imposed tariffs to protect their industries from competition.

How did people wear there hair in the 17Th century?

they wore their hair naturally. they wore it like loose curls or buns.

In the 1600s who discovered South Carolina?

South Carolina was not "discovered" in the 1600s. The area that is now South Carolina was inhabited by indigenous peoples for thousands of years before European exploration. Spanish explorers were likely the first Europeans to visit the region in the early 1500s, but permanent European settlements were not established until the English arrived in the late 1600s.

Why did sailors carry lemons and limes on board ships in the 17th century?

Sailors carried lemons and limes on board ships in the 17th century primarily to prevent scurvy, a disease caused by vitamin C deficiency. The long voyages often led to a lack of fresh fruits and vegetables, making citrus fruits an essential source of this vital nutrient. The British Navy, in particular, adopted the practice of providing lime juice to sailors, which helped reduce the incidence of scurvy and improved overall health during long journeys at sea. This practice ultimately contributed to the success of naval expeditions.

How old did you have to be to get married in 1600s?

around the age of 14 for girls and around the age 15 to 16 for boys

What was Jakarta called in the 1600s?

first it's called "Sunda Kelapa" then after defeated by the dutch, it changed to "Batavia"

What was the cavaliers name before cavaliers?

The cavaliers name before the cavaliers was Cleveland Cavaliers. MO GOTTI FU LEBRON

Was there slavery in the 1600s?

Yes, but far fewer than in the 18th century on onwards. Slavery began to boom around 1660 during the transition from the tobacco to sugar industries.