1024 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 10th century – 11th century – 12th century |
| Decades: | 990s 1000s 1010s – 1020s – 1030s 1040s 1050s |
| Years: | 1021 1022 1023 – 1024 – 1025 1026 1027 |
1024 (also written as MXXIV in Roman numerals) was a common year that started on a Wednesday in the Julian calendar. It was the twenty-fourth year of the 2nd millennium and the 11th century.
What Happened in 1024?
This year saw important changes in leadership in Europe, especially with the start of a new powerful family in the Holy Roman Empire and a new leader for the Catholic Church.
New Leaders Emerge
- The Salian family became very important in the Holy Roman Empire. This powerful empire covered much of central Europe. Conrad II started the Salian Dynasty, which meant his family would rule for a long time.
- John XIX became the new leader of the Catholic Church. He took over from his brother, Benedict VIII, as the Pope. The Pope is the head of the Catholic Church and has a lot of influence around the world.
Images for kids
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Pope John XIX (r. 1024–1032)
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