1103 facts for kids

The year 1103 was a time of important events across Europe, involving powerful leaders and changes in the church. It saw a famous archbishop go into exile and a brave knight gain his freedom.

Key Events of 1103

Archbishop Anselm's Exile

On April 27, Anselm, who was the Archbishop of Canterbury in England, went into exile. This means he had to leave the country. He had a disagreement with Henry I of England, the king at the time. Their disagreement was about who had the power to appoint bishops and other church leaders. Anselm believed the church should have this power, while King Henry I thought he should.

New Count of Savoy

In 1103, Amadeus III became the new Count of Savoy. The House of Savoy was a very old and important royal family in Europe. They ruled a region that is now part of France, Italy, and Switzerland. Becoming a count meant he was the main ruler of this area.

Bohemund I Gains Freedom

Bohemund I of Antioch was a famous knight and leader during the Crusades. In 1103, he was released from being held captive by the Turks. He had been captured during a battle. His release was a big event because he was a very important figure in the Christian efforts to control the Holy Land.

Lund Becomes a Church Center

The city of Lund in Scandinavia (which includes countries like Sweden and Denmark today) became a very important place for the Roman Catholic Church in 1103. It was made a "see," which means it became the main city for a bishop or archbishop. This showed the growing influence of the church in northern Europe.

Notable Births in 1103

Birth of Emperor Toba

In 1103, Emperor Toba was born in Japan. He would later become an important emperor of Japan. Emperors in Japan were seen as spiritual leaders and held great power.

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  Bohemund I of Antioch (c. 1054–1111)

See also

In Spanish: 1103 para niños