Martin Luther

1483 – 1546

Luther's 95 Theses challenge Rome.

• 1517 CE

  Reformation

  Luther's 95 Theses challenge Rome.

• 1517 CE

  Protestant Reformation begins

  Martin Luther posts 95 Theses challenging papal indulgences. His challenge to Rome fractures Western Christianity and sparks a century of religious wars across Europe.

• 1963 CE

  I Have a Dream

  Martin Luther King's famous speech.