Conflict in the Italian Wars of 1494–1559. It began in February 1508 and lasted until December 1516 (about 9 years). The setting was Italian Peninsula and Kingdom of France. It was part of Italian Wars. Those involved included the Papal States, the Kingdom of France, the Holy Roman Empire and Catholic Monarchy.
Before and after
- 18 April 1506Construction of St. Peter's Basilica
- 20 May 1506Death of Christopher Columbus
- 1507Founding of Mumbai
- 25 April 1507The name 'America' appears on a map
- from February 1508 to December 1516War of the League of Cambrai
- March 1508Battle of Chaul
- 30 November 1508Birth of Andrea Palladio
- 10 July 1509Birth of John Calvin
- 17 May 1510Death of Sandro Botticelli
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The era
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