1039 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 10th century – 11th century – 12th century |
| Decades: | 1000s 1010s 1020s – 1030s – 1040s 1050s 1060s |
| Years: | 1036 1037 1038 – 1039 – 1040 1041 1042 |
The year 1039 was a time of important changes in Europe. New leaders came to power, and some kingdoms faced conflicts. Let's explore what happened in this busy year.
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What Happened in 1039?
New Leaders and Kingdoms
Henry III Becomes King
On June 4, 1039, a very important event happened in Europe. Henry III became the King of Germany. This was a big deal because Germany was a powerful part of the Holy Roman Empire. Henry III took over after his father, Conrad II, passed away on the very same day.
Henry III was a strong leader who would later become the Holy Roman Emperor. His rule helped shape the future of Germany and other parts of Europe.
The Founding of Bec Abbey
In 1039, a new and important place was founded in Normandy, France. This was the Abbey of Bec. An abbey is a special kind of monastery where monks or nuns live and pray.
The Abbey of Bec became a famous center for learning and religion in the Middle Ages. Many important scholars and church leaders came from this abbey. It played a big role in spreading knowledge and faith.
Conflicts and Changes
Bohemia Invades Poland
The year 1039 also saw some conflict between kingdoms. Bretislav I, who was the Duke of Bohemia (a region in what is now the Czech Republic), decided to invade Poland.
This invasion was part of a larger struggle for power and land between different rulers in Central Europe. Bretislav I's actions had a big impact on the people and the future of both Bohemia and Poland.
Important People Who Passed Away
Sadly, 1039 was also the year when several important people passed away.
- On March 10, Eudes of Aquitaine, who was a Duke in a region of France called Gascony, died.
- As mentioned before, Conrad II, Holy Roman Emperor, the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Germany, passed away on June 4. His death led to his son, Henry III, becoming king.
- Iago ab Idwal ap Meurig, a prince from Gwynedd in Wales, also died in 1039.
- Finally, Unsuri, a famous Persian poet, passed away. He was known for his beautiful poems and stories.
Images for kids
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Casimir I (the Restorer) (1016–1058)
