1 CE
Aslan Sings Narnia into Existence
The lion Aslan creates the world of Narnia through his song, bringing light, land, and living creatures into being. This event marks the beginning of Narnian time. #fantasy #creation
Chronological Storyline (46 Milestones)
1 CE
Digory Kirke Plants the Tree of Protection
Digory Kirke plants a magical apple from the Wood between the Worlds, which grows into a tree that protects Narnia from the evil Queen Jadis. This act establishes the first human connection to Narnia. #fantasy #magic
1 CE
Frank and Helen Become First King and Queen of Narnia
Aslan appoints Frank, a London cabby, and his wife Helen as the first human rulers of Narnia, establishing a dynasty of talking beasts and humans. #fantasy #royalty
180 CE
Prince Col Founds the Kingdom of Archenland
Prince Col, younger son of King Frank V, leads a group of settlers south and establishes the kingdom of Archenland, a human realm neighboring Narnia. #fantasy #kingdom
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302 CE
Calormen Founded by Archenland Exiles
A group of outlaws from Archenland flees south and establishes the empire of Calormen, which becomes a powerful and often antagonistic nation in later Narnian history. #fantasy #empire
898 CE
Jadis the White Witch Arrives in Narnia
The evil Queen Jadis, having escaped from the dying world of Charn, returns to Narnia and begins her conquest, plunging the land into a hundred-year winter. #fantasy #villain
900 CE
White Witch's Hundred-Year Winter Begins
Jadis, now calling herself the White Witch, seizes power and casts a spell causing Narnia to endure a perpetual winter without Christmas for a century. #fantasy #winter
1000 CE
Pevensie Children Enter Narnia
Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie discover the magical wardrobe and enter Narnia, fulfilling an ancient prophecy that four humans will end the White Witch's reign. #fantasy #adventure
1000 CE
Aslan Sacrifices Himself at the Stone Table
To save Edmund from the White Witch's claim, Aslan willingly submits to death on the Stone Table, breaking the Deep Magic and paving the way for his resurrection. #fantasy #sacrifice
1000 CE
Pevensies Crowned Kings and Queens of Narnia
Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy are crowned at Cair Paravel, beginning the Golden Age of Narnia under their wise and just rule. #fantasy #royalty
1000 CE
Aslan Resurrects and Defeats the White Witch
Aslan returns to life, stronger than before, and leads the Narnian army to victory over the White Witch's forces in the Battle of Beruna, ending her tyranny. #fantasy #resurrection
1000 CE
Edmund Betrays His Siblings to the White Witch
Under the influence of enchanted Turkish Delight, Edmund Pevensie defects to the White Witch, revealing his siblings' whereabouts and deepening the conflict. #fantasy #betrayal
1014 CE
Pevensies Hunt the White Stag
The four monarchs pursue the magical White Stag, which grants wishes, leading them back to the lamppost and eventually back to their own world, ending their reign. #fantasy #adventure
Oct 16, 1949 CE
C.S. Lewis Begins Writing The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
C.S. Lewis starts writing the first Narnia book, inspired by images of a faun carrying parcels and a queen on a sledge. #literature #fantasy
Oct 16, 1950 CE
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Published
The first Narnia book is published in the UK, introducing readers to the magical world and becoming an instant classic. #literature #publication
Oct 15, 1951 CE
Prince Caspian Published
The second Narnia book is published, continuing the saga with the return of the Pevensies and the restoration of Old Narnia. #literature #publication
Sep 15, 1952 CE
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Published
The third Narnia book is published, featuring a sea voyage to the edge of the world. #literature #publication
Sep 7, 1953 CE
The Silver Chair Published
The fourth Narnia book is published, following Eustace and Jill on a quest to rescue Prince Rilian. #literature #publication
Sep 2, 1954 CE
The Horse and His Boy Published
The fifth Narnia book is published, set during the Pevensies' reign and telling the story of a boy and a talking horse fleeing Calormen. #literature #publication
May 2, 1955 CE
The Magician's Nephew Published
The sixth Narnia book is published, serving as a prequel that explains the creation of Narnia. #literature #publication
Sep 4, 1956 CE
The Last Battle Published
The final Narnia book is published, concluding the series with the end of Narnia and the beginning of the true Narnia. #literature #publication
1998 CE
Prince Caspian Born
Prince Caspian, the rightful heir to the Narnian throne, is born to the Telmarine king Caspian IX. His birth sets the stage for the restoration of Old Narnia. #fantasy #prince
2290 CE
Telmarine Conquest of Narnia
The Telmarines, descendants of pirates from Earth, invade and conquer Narnia, driving the talking beasts and magical creatures into hiding and suppressing the old ways. #fantasy #conquest
2303 CE
Caspian Crowned King of Narnia
Prince Caspian is crowned King Caspian X, ushering in a new era of peace and coexistence between Telmarines and Old Narnians. #fantasy #coronation
2303 CE
Battle of Aslan's How
The combined forces of Prince Caspian and the Pevensies defeat Miraz's Telmarine army at Aslan's How, with Aslan himself appearing to restore Narnia's true spirit. #fantasy #battle
2303 CE
Pevensies Return to Narnia
The four Pevensie children are summoned back to Narnia by Susan's magic horn, landing on an island where they help Prince Caspian in his struggle against Miraz. #fantasy #return
2303 CE
Caspian IX Murdered by His Brother Miraz
King Caspian IX is killed by his brother Miraz, who usurps the throne and raises young Prince Caspian as his own son, plotting to secure his own line. #fantasy #usurpation
2303 CE
Prince Caspian Flees and Gathers Old Narnians
After discovering his true heritage, Prince Caspian flees from Miraz and rallies the remaining Old Narnians, including talking beasts and dwarfs, to reclaim the throne. #fantasy #rebellion
2306 CE
Dawn Treader Reaches the End of the World
The ship reaches the Utter East, where Lucy, Edmund, and Eustace meet Aslan and learn they will not return to Narnia, while Caspian returns to his kingdom. #fantasy #journey
2306 CE
Voyage of the Dawn Treader Begins
King Caspian X sails east on the Dawn Treader to find the seven lost lords of Narnia, accompanied by Edmund, Lucy, and their cousin Eustace Scrubb. #fantasy #voyage
2306 CE
Eustace Transformed into a Dragon
After giving in to greed, Eustace Scrubb is turned into a dragon, but later redeemed by Aslan's help, shedding his dragon skin and becoming a better person. #fantasy #transformation
2340 CE
King Caspian Marries Ramandu's Daughter
King Caspian X marries the daughter of the retired star Ramandu, strengthening ties with the mystical elements of Narnia and ensuring a royal heir. #fantasy #marriage
2345 CE
Prince Rilian Born
Prince Rilian, son of Caspian X and Ramandu's daughter, is born. He later becomes central to the events of The Silver Chair. #fantasy #prince
2356 CE
Prince Rilian Enchanted by the Lady of the Green Kirtle
The Lady of the Green Kirtle, a witch, captures Prince Rilian and holds him under a spell in the Underland, causing him to forget his true identity. #fantasy #enchantment
2356 CE
Eustace and Jill Sent to Narnia
Eustace Scrubb and his schoolmate Jill Pole are transported to Narnia by Aslan, tasked with finding the lost Prince Rilian. #fantasy #quest
2356 CE
Eustace and Jill Free Prince Rilian
After a perilous journey through the Underland, Eustace and Jill break the witch's spell and free Prince Rilian, who then kills the witch. #fantasy #rescue
2356 CE
Queen Ramandu's Daughter Dies
The queen dies from a snakebite, and Prince Rilian disappears shortly after, setting the stage for his enchantment by the Lady of the Green Kirtle. #fantasy #tragedy
2356 CE
Prince Rilian Crowned King
Prince Rilian returns to Narnia and is crowned King Rilian, succeeding his father Caspian X, who dies shortly after. #fantasy #coronation
2400 CE
Shift Declares a False Aslan
Shift proclaims that Aslan has returned and issues commands that benefit the Calormenes, leading to the exploitation and enslavement of Narnians. #fantasy #tyranny
2400 CE
King Tirian Learns the Truth
The last king of Narnia, Tirian, discovers the deception of Shift and the false Aslan, and attempts to rally loyal Narnians against the Calormene invasion. #fantasy #rebellion
2400 CE
Eustace and Jill Return to Narnia
Eustace and Jill are summoned back to Narnia to aid King Tirian in the final battle against the Calormenes and the false Aslan. #fantasy #return
2400 CE
Aslan Ends Narnia
Aslan brings about the end of Narnia, causing the stars to fall and the world to be destroyed, as all creatures face judgment. #fantasy #apocalypse
2400 CE
All Narnian Friends Reunited in Aslan's Country
All the beloved characters from Narnia's history, including the Pevensies, Caspian, and others, are reunited in the new Narnia, experiencing eternal joy. #fantasy #reunion
2400 CE
Battle of Stable Hill
The final battle takes place at the stable where the false Aslan is housed. Many Narnians die, but the true Aslan appears, leading to the end of Narnia. #fantasy #battle
2400 CE
Shift the Ape Finds a Lion Skin
The cunning ape Shift discovers a lion skin and uses it to deceive the Narnians, dressing a donkey named Puzzle as Aslan to manipulate them. #fantasy #deception
2400 CE
The True Narnia Revealed
The faithful characters enter Aslan's country, a perfect and eternal version of Narnia, where they reunite with loved ones and live forever. #fantasy #afterlife