Mittelzeit
Mittelzeit is a German term often translated as "Middle Ages" or "medieval period." It refers to the historical period in Europe that began in the late 5th century with the fall of the Western Roman Empire and lasted until the 15th century. The exact end date is debated, with some scholars pointing to the fall of Constantinople in 1453, while others suggest the invention of the printing press or the beginning of the Renaissance.
This era is broadly divided into three sub-periods: Early Middle Ages (c. 500-1000), High Middle Ages (c.
Key developments during the Mittelzeit include the consolidation of the Catholic Church's influence, the formation of