In our AP World History class we begin our adventure by taking a look at the intricacies of the global tapestry and explore how states formed, expanded, and declined in areas of the world during 1200–1450. From 1450-1750 we explore the empires that held power over large areas of the world. As we dive into the years of 1750-1900 we will see how emerging political ideas and developments in technology led to large-scale changes in governments, society, and economies which led to imperialism, expansion, and eventual conflict from 1900 to present.