What Happened AFTER the Wizarding War?: A Timeline of Events (1998-2023)

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we’ll be discussing a chronological timeline of events that transpired AFTER the defeat of Lord Voldemort. As the final pages of the Harry Potter series drew to a close and the last credits rolled in the movie adaptations, fans of the magical world were left with a sense of bittersweet satisfaction. The defeat of Lord Voldemort marked the end of an era filled with danger, heroism, and surprising twists. However, it also marked the beginning of an uncharted chapter in wizarding world history. The fall of Voldemort brought about a newfound freedom and a chance for healing. It signaled an opportunity for the wizarding community to rebuild and address the lingering scars of a war that had deeply impacted their lives.  Today, we’ll explore the significant events that unfolded in the greater wizarding world after the climactic Battle of Hogwarts and the conclusion of the series- navigating a detailed timeline that spans years, revealing the triumphs and challenges that shaped this transitional period. Before we begin though, please note that this video will focus on a general timeline of events. For more detail on what happened to each character, watch my video ‘what happened to these 100 harry potter characters after the war’ and for more detail on how the wizarding world rebuilt itself, watch my video ‘a new beginning: what happened to the wizarding world after Voldemort’s defeat’. This video will focus on larger events rather than dive too much in to the minutiae. From the moment the dust settled on the Hogwarts grounds to the years that followed, we will unravel the threads of wizarding world history, witnessing how the world of magic pressed forward.  Before we jump in though, please consider giving the video a LIKE as it helps the channel grow. Let’s dive in to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices