1068 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 10th century – 11th century – 12th century |
| Decades: | 1030s 1040s 1050s – 1060s – 1070s 1080s 1090s |
| Years: | 1065 1066 1067 – 1068 – 1069 1070 1071 |
The year 1068 was a time of important changes and events across the world. New leaders came to power, and famous figures like William the Conqueror continued to shape history. Let's explore some of the key things that happened in this year.
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Important Events of 1068
New Leaders and Marriages
On January 1, 1068, a significant event took place in the Byzantine Empire. A woman named Eudokia Macrembolitissa married a powerful general named Romanus Diogenes. After their marriage, Romanus Diogenes became the new Byzantine Emperor. The Byzantine Empire was a large and powerful empire in Eastern Europe, similar to a kingdom, that lasted for many centuries.
In Japan, a new ruler also took the throne. Emperor Go-Sanjō became the new emperor of Japan. This meant he was the highest leader in the country. Changes in leadership like these often brought new ideas and directions for the people.
William the Conqueror's Actions
In England, William the Conqueror was still busy securing his control over the land. He had won the Battle of Hastings a couple of years earlier. In 1068, William the Conqueror turned his attention to the city of Exeter.
He laid siege to Exeter. A siege is when an army surrounds a city or castle and tries to take it over by cutting off its supplies. After a short siege, William the Conqueror successfully captured Exeter. This was another step in his efforts to fully control England.
Images for kids
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Emperor Romanos IV (left) and Empress Eudokia are crowned by Jesus Christ.
See also
In Spanish: 1068 para niños
