1088 facts for kids

The year 1088 was a time of important changes and new beginnings in Europe and North Africa. New leaders took power, big building projects started, and a famous university was founded.

Key Events of 1088

A New Pope: Urban II

In 1088, a new leader was chosen for the Catholic Church: Pope Urban II. He became pope after Pope Victor III. Pope Urban II would later become very famous for calling for the First Crusade. He led the Church for many years, until 1099.

Building a Giant Church at Cluny

Around this time, work began on a huge new church at Cluny in France. This was the third and largest church built there. The Abbey of Cluny was a very important monastery. Building such a massive church showed the power and influence of the Church during this period.

Rebellion Against the King

In England, there was a big challenge to the king, William II of England. This was called the Rebellion of 1088. It was led by Odo of Bayeux, who was William II's uncle. The rebellion happened because some powerful nobles wanted William's older brother, Robert Curthose, to be king instead. The rebellion was eventually put down, and William II kept his throne.

New Ruler in North Africa

In North Africa, a new leader took charge of the Hammadid dynasty. This was Mansur ibn Nasir. He became the ruler after his father, Nasir ibn Alnas. The Hammadid dynasty was a powerful kingdom in what is now Algeria.

The Birth of a University

One of the most important events of 1088 was the founding of the University of Bologna in Italy. This university is considered one of the oldest universities in the world that is still operating today. It became a major center for learning, especially in law. Its creation marked a significant step forward for education in Europe.

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  Pope Urban II (Urbanus) (r. 1088–1099)

See also

In Spanish: 1088 para niños