1022 facts for kids

The year 1022 (written as MXXII in Roman numerals) was a regular year that started on a Monday. It was part of the Julian calendar, which was used a long time ago. Many important things happened around the world during this year.

Key Events of 1022

Changes in Leadership

New Rulers in Europe and Africa

• In Sweden, King Olof Skötkonung passed away. His son, Anund Jakob, became the new king. This was an important change for the country.
• In Ifriqiya, a region in North Africa, Al-Muizz ibn Badis began to rule on his own. This meant he had full control over the area.

Military Strength in China

• The Song Dynasty in China had a very large army. In 1022, they had one million registered soldiers. This was an increase from the start of the 11th century, when they had about nine hundred thousand soldiers. This shows how powerful their military was becoming.

Religious Happenings

Important Church Meetings

• Aethelnoth, who was the Archbishop of Canterbury in England, traveled to Rome. He was officially welcomed there by the church leaders.
• A big meeting called the Synod of Pavia took place. During this meeting, new rules were made for priests. These rules were against priests marrying and against simony, which was the buying or selling of church positions.
• In Toulouse, France, there were disagreements about religious beliefs. Some people who followed a different Christian group called the Cathars faced difficulties.
• In Orléans, France, King Robert II the Pious dealt with some church officials who had different ideas about the world.

Births in 1022

• Harold Godwinson

Deaths in 1022

• September 2 – Máel Sechnaill mac Domnaill, who was a king in Ireland.
• November 20 – Bernward of Hildesheim, an important bishop.
• December 20 – Elvira Mendes, who was a queen.
• Olof Skötkonung, the King of Sweden.
• Emperor Zhenzong of China.

Images for kids

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  Emperor Basil II defeats the Georgians.

See also

In Spanish: 1022 para niños