Renaissance

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 period 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) 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)