Centuries: 15th century; 16th century; 17th cen
Then, what year was the turn of the century?
The turn of a new century refers to the end and beginning of the new century. For your example (1899), it would signal the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th. Generally speaking, the turn of the century refers to any century where the turn is occurring.
Likewise, what major events happened in the 16th century?
- Nov 10, 1483. Martin Luther is born. Martin Luther is famous for beginning the Reformation.
- Jan 1, 1500. 16th Century.
- Apr 21, 1509. Henry VIII.
- Oct 31, 1517. Reformation Day.
- Jan 1, 1519. Conquest of Mexico, Peru.
- Aug 10, 1519. Magellan's Circumnavigation.
- Jan 28, 1521. Diet of Worms.
- Apr 24, 1533. William the Silent is Born.
Likewise, when was the turn of the 21st century?
Jan. 1, 2001
Is 2000 the turn of the century?
Senior Member. For the most of my life, the phrase "turn of the century" had a clear meaning: 1899 to 1900. Of course now the "turn of the century" would have to mean 1999 to 2000.