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1066
The Battle of Hastings
The pivotal battle of English History took engaement between the Norman-French army of William the Conqueror and the English army under King Harold II. The Norman victory led to the Norman conquest of England. -
1212
The Golden Bull of Sicily
The Golden Bull of Sicily was issued by Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor. It established the constitutional framework for the kingdom of Sicily. It outlined the rights and privileges of the Sicilian nobility, setting the stage for the development of feudalism in the region -
1214
The Battle of Bouvines
The battle of Buvines was a significanr event fought in the early 12th century. During this battle French King Phillip II defeated an alliance of several European powers and guaranteeing his control over the French territories. -
1215
Signing of Magna Carta
The Magna Carta was signed by King John of England in 1215, limiting the power of the English Monarchy and establishing certain legal rights for English citizens. -
1215
The Fourth Lateran Council
A pivotal event in the history of Medieval Churches, convened by Pope Innocent II. The council addressed many issues, including the sacraments, the role of the laity, the treatment of Jews and heretics, and organization of the church. The Fourth Lateran Council was convoked in 1213, however opened in 1215.