Renaissance

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The Renaissance was a period between the 14th and 17th centuries where learning and culture in Europe took a great leap forward. It was consider by historians as the time in which the medieval era transitioned to the modern era. (PROSE: A History of Humankind) The era was notable for a number of individuals, like Nicholas Copernicus and Leonardo da Vinci, who significantly advanced the study of science. (TV: The Masque of Mandragora, City of Death) As noted by the Twelfth Doctor, this progressive new potential alerted other lifeforms from beyond the confines of Earth who saw the human race as a possible rival power. Humanity suddenly became very vulnerable. (PROSE: A History of Humankind)

According to the Third Doctor, the Dæmons inspired the Renaissance. (TV: The Dæmons)

Susan Foreman was top on a test about Renaissance Italy in Barbara Wright's history class. (PROSE: Time and Relative)

The Tenth Doctor took Martha Jones to see the Italian Renaissance. (PROSE: Wishing Well)

According to the Tenth Doctor, the Third Renaissance occurred in the early 26th century. (PROSE: The Taking of Chelsea 426)