1038 facts for kids

The year 1038 was a time of interesting changes and events around the world. It was a common year that started on a Sunday, according to the Julian calendar, which was used back then.

What Happened in 1038?

Events in Europe

• The name of Versailles, which was a small village at the time, was written down for the very first time. This happened in a special old document called a charter. A charter is like an official paper that records important things.

Changes in Asia

• In the Muslim kingdom of Zaragoza, a new family took charge. The Banu Tujibi family, who were ruling, were replaced by Suleiman Al-Mustain I ibn Hud. He started a new ruling family called the Huddid dynasty. This new family would rule the area for about 100 years!
• The Western Xia people made an important decision. They declared that they were now independent from Liao China. This meant they wanted to rule themselves and not be controlled by the Liao Dynasty anymore.

Important People Who Died in 1038

• August 15 – Saint Stephen I, who was the very first king of Hungary.
• October 29 – Aethelnoth, who was the Archbishop of Canterbury. An Archbishop is a very important leader in the church.
• Alhazen, a smart Persian mathematician.
• William VI of Aquitaine, a powerful leader from a place called Aquitaine.

Images for kids

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  Peter Orseolo became king of Hungary.

See also

In Spanish: 1038 para niños