1086 facts for kids

The year 1086 was a time of important changes in Europe and Asia. Kings, popes, and powerful leaders made decisions that shaped history. From new books about land to big battles, 1086 was a busy year.

Major Events of 1086

The Domesday Book is Finished

• A very important book called the Domesday Book was completed in England. King William the Conqueror ordered this huge survey. It listed all the land, who owned it, and how much it was worth. It was like a detailed census and property record for the whole country. This helped the king collect taxes and understand his new kingdom.

Japan's Emperor Shirakawa Starts New Rule

• In Japan, Emperor Shirakawa began a special way of ruling. It was called his "cloistered rule". This meant he officially retired from being emperor but still controlled the government from behind the scenes. He lived like a monk but kept his power.

Imam Ali Mosque is Rebuilt

• The important Imam Ali Mosque was rebuilt in 1086. It had been destroyed by a fire. Malik Shah I, a powerful leader from the Seljuk dynasty, made sure it was restored. The Seljuks were a strong empire in the Middle East.

Pope Victor III Becomes Pope

• On May 24, Pope Victor III was chosen to be the 158th pope. He took over after Pope Gregory VII. However, he did not fully accept this important role until May 9, 1087.

Battle of az-Zallaqah

• On October 23, a big battle happened called the Battle of az-Zallaqah. King Alfonso VI of León and Castile was defeated. He fought against the Almoravids. The Almoravids were a powerful group from North Africa. They had been asked to come to Spain by Abbad III of Sevilla.

Notable People Who Died in 1086

• May 21 — Richilde, Countess of Mons and Hainaut passed away. She was a countess, a noblewoman with land and power.
• May 21 — Wang Anshi, a famous Chinese statesman, economist, and poet, died. He was born in 1021. He was known for his ideas about how to run the government and economy.
• July 17 — King Canute IV of Denmark died. He was born in 1043. He was also known as Saint Canute.
• September 25 — William VIII, the Duke of Aquitaine, passed away. He was born in 1025. A duke was a powerful noble who ruled a large area.
• Sima Guang, a well-known Chinese historian and statesman, died. He was born in 1019. He wrote a very important history book about China.

Images for kids

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  Pope Victor III (c. 1026–1087)

See also

In Spanish: 1086 para niños