1098 Facts for Kids

Millennium:	2nd millennium
Centuries:	10th century – 11th century – 12th century
Decades:	1060s 1070s 1080s – 1090s – 1100s 1110s 1120s
Years:	1095 1096 1097 – 1098 – 1099 1100 1101

The year 1098 was a common year that started on a Friday in the Julian calendar. It was a time of important events, especially during the First Crusade, and saw the birth of a famous writer and composer.

Key Events of 1098
- The End of the Siege of Antioch
- Founding of Cîteaux Abbey
Notable People of 1098
- Birth of Hildegard of Bingen
- Important Deaths in 1098
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Key Events of 1098

The End of the Siege of Antioch

A major event in 1098 was the end of the siege of Antioch. This was a very important battle during the First Crusade. The Crusaders, who were Christian soldiers from Europe, had been trying to capture the city of Antioch (which is in modern-day Turkey) for many months.

The siege was very difficult for both sides. The Crusaders faced hunger and disease, and they were also attacked by a large Muslim army. However, they eventually managed to capture the city in June 1098. This victory was a big step for the Crusaders on their way to Jerusalem.

Founding of Cîteaux Abbey

In 1098, a new monastery called Cîteaux Abbey was founded in France. This abbey became very important because it was the birthplace of the Cistercian Order of monks. The Cistercians wanted to live a very strict and simple life, following the rules of Saint Benedict closely. They focused on prayer, manual labor, and living away from worldly distractions. Their order grew very large and influential throughout Europe.

Notable People of 1098

Birth of Hildegard of Bingen

On September 16, 1098, Hildegard of Bingen was born in Germany. She grew up to become an incredibly talented and influential woman. Hildegard was a mystic, which means she had deep spiritual experiences. She was also a gifted writer, creating many books on theology, medicine, and natural history. On top of that, she was a talented composer, writing beautiful music that is still performed today. Hildegard of Bingen was a remarkable figure for her time, known for her wisdom and creativity. She passed away in 1179.

Important Deaths in 1098

Several notable people passed away in 1098:

On January 3, Walkelin, who was the first Norman bishop of Winchester in England, died.
On August 1, Adhemar of Le Puy, an important leader for the Pope during the First Crusade, passed away.
On December 1, Domnall Ua hÉnna, a Bishop of Killaloe in Ireland, died.
Baldwin II, Count of Hainaut, a count from a region in what is now Belgium, also died this year.
Hugh of Montgomery, the second Earl of Shrewsbury in England, also passed away.