1057 facts for kids

The year 1057 was a time of many changes and important events around the world. It was a common year starting on Wednesday in the old Julian calendar. Let's explore what happened in this year!

Events of 1057

What Happened Around the World?

Africa: A New Home

• The Banu Hilal group took control of a city called Kairouan. Because of this, the Zirid family had to move their home to another city named Mahdiya.

Asia: Buddhism Grows

• King Anawrahta of Burma took over a place called Thanton in northern Thailand. This helped to make Theravada Buddhism stronger in his country.

Europe: Kings and Battles

• King Macbeth of Scotland was killed in a battle. He was fighting against Malcolm III of Scotland. After Macbeth's death, his stepson Lulach became the new King of Scotland.
• William the Conqueror won an important battle. He defeated a combined army from France and Anjou near the Dives River in Normandy. This battle is known as the Battle of Varaville.
• Ferdinand I of Castile took control of two cities, Lamego and Viseu. These cities were held by Christian lords who were friends with Muslim rulers called taifas.

Important Religious News

• On August 2, a new Pope was chosen. His name was Pope Stephen IX. He took over from Pope Victor II and became the 154th Pope.

People Born in 1057

• Hugh I, Duke of Burgundy was born. He later became a duke.

Famous People Who Died in 1057

• Jōchō, a famous Japanese sculptor, passed away.
• On March 1, Ermesinde of Carcassonne died. She was a countess and ruled Barcelona for a time.
• Pope Victor II died on July 28.
• King Macbeth of Scotland died on August 15 in battle.
• In late August, Edward the Exile passed away. He was the son of Edmund II of England.
• Leofric, Earl of Mercia died on August 31.

Images for kids

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  This is a coin from the time of Emperor Isaac I Komnenos.

See also

In Spanish: 1057 para niños