Europe in the Post Classical period lays the foundation for the Europe that will come to dominate world affairs. If you are picking a period where Europe (and specifically Western Europe) is the least important in World History, this may be it. Medieval Europe refers to the time between the fall of Rome and the reemergence of Europe during the Early Modern Period around the 15th Century. Although not as important as Muslims, Mongols, or the Chinese in the period, it remains foundational to understand them in the next few periods into the 21st Century.
Spread of the Black Death
CLIP ONE: The DARK AGES (from the History Channel)
CLIP TWO: The BATTLE OF HASTINGS 1066
CLIP THREE: St. CRISPIN's DAY SPEECH (from SHAKESPEARE's HENRY V) This is the basis both for the famous speech in the film Braveheart, and the title of the HBO series Band of Brothers. They are preparing for the Battle of Agincourt in the 100 Years War.
CLIP FOUR: The BLACK DEATH
CLIP FIVE: CHARLEMAGNE
CLIP SIX: The HANSEATIC LEAGUE
CLIP SEVEN: HOLY HAND GRENADE of ANTIOCH
CLIP EIGHT: WITCHCRAFT