The Crusades
American Presidential Elections
The Gupta Empire
Japanese History
Musical History
100
One of the most famous leaders of the Crusades, this Sultan of Egypt would famously battle Richard the Lionheart
Saladin
100
The winner of the Election of 1860, this candidate was known for his tall height, top hat, and beard he'd grow
Abraham Lincoln
100
The most famous ruler of the Gupta Empire
Samadragupta
100
Western Nickname of Japan
Land of the Rising Sun
100
A stringed instrument that has its origins in ancient history and was often played in Mediterranean cultures
The Lyre
200
During the Fourth Crusade, the Venetian Republic would betray its ally by sacking this city. It would loot much of the city's riches.
Constantinople
200
Today, an American presidential election usually has this many electoral votes
538
200
The official language of the Gupta Empire, it was primarily used for academic and literary purposes
Sanskrit
200
This clan primarily wielded power in Japan, during the Edo Period
The Tokugawa Shogunate
200
This musical style was popular during the late 19th century and early 20th century. It was characterized by musicians such as Scott Joplin, Joseph Lamb, and James Scott.
Ragtime
300
Leader of the People's Crusade, this religious figure would travel to the Levant
Peter the Hermit
300
Although defeated in 1960, this president would later win 520 electoral votes in a different election
Richard Nixon
300
The primary religion of the Gupta Empire
Hinduism
300
The period of Japanese History, where civil wars and social upheavals were frequent. The period would see three unifiers: Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu
Sengoku Period
300
The German composer Johann Sebastian Bach would famously meet this king, and would later dedicate his Musical Offering to him.
Frederick II (or the Great)
400
This Muslim victory during the 3rd Crusade would result in Muslim supremacy in the Holy Land and the capture of Jerusalem
Battle of Hattin
400
Prior to 1937, most presidential inaugurations took place on this date, rather than on January 20th
March 4th
400
The currency of the Gupta Empire, these coins would often depict kings, legendary figures, and deities.
Dinars
400
The Japanese were one of the major Axis powers during WW2 and would engage in many naval battles with the US Navy. In which naval battle did the Japanese lose four heavy aircraft carriers?
The Battle of Midway
400
Beethoven originally dedicated his 3rd symphony "Eroica" to this leader. He would later retract it because this leader was becoming similar to a tyrant.
Napoleon Bonaparte
500
This Catholic military order would fight in the Crusades and would later move its headquarters to Malta.
Knights Hospitaller
500
This presidential election was remarkably confusing and scandalous as it had 4 primary candidates, had a "corrupt bargain," and would see the victory of a candidate, who did not win the popular vote
The Election of 1824
500
A poet in the court of Samadragupta, he would glorify Samadragupta and his exploits
Harisena
500
A regent of the Asuka Period, he would promote Buddhism in Japan, which would be gradually adopted in Japanese society
Prince ShÅtoku
500
A type of dance popular in Renaissance Europe that included choreographed steps, athletic movements, and a 5-step pattern called a "cinquepace."
Galliard
