The following is a timeline of major events in post-classical history from the 5th to 15th centuries, loosely corresponding to the Old World Middle Ages, intermediate between Late antiquity and the early modern period. Overview This timetable gives a basic overview of states, cultures and events which transpired roughly between the years 200 and 1500. Sections are broken by political and geographic location. Dates are approximate range (based upon influence), consult particular article for details Middle Ages Divisions, Middle Ages Themes Other themes Early post-classical history 5th and 6th centuries some of the 7th centuries 7th century 8th century 9th century 10th century Middle post-classical history 11th century 12th century 13th century Late post-classical history 14th century 15th century See also Timeline of ancient history Timeline of classical antiquity Timeline of Christianity Timelines of modern history References Timeline Middle Ages middle ages