1133 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 11th century – 12th century – 13th century |
| Decades: | 1100s 1110s 1120s – 1130s – 1140s 1150s 1160s |
| Years: | 1130 1131 1132 – 1133 – 1134 1135 1136 |
The year 1133 was a time of important events in Europe. New books were written, and grand buildings like cathedrals were being built or finished. A powerful emperor was also crowned during this year.
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What Happened in 1133?
Important Events and Achievements
- A writer named Geoffrey of Monmouth finished his famous book, Historia Regum Britanniae. This book told stories about the history of Britain, including legends like King Arthur.
- In England, the building of the impressive Durham Cathedral was finally completed. This huge church took many years to build and was a big achievement for its time.
- Also in England, work began on another large church, the Exeter Cathedral. Building cathedrals was a major project in the Middle Ages.
- On June 4, Lothair III became the Holy Roman Emperor. This was a very important title in Europe. He was crowned by Pope Innocent II, who was the leader of the Catholic Church.
Who Was Born in 1133?
Notable Births of the Year
- On March 5, Henry II of England was born. He would later become a very important king of England. He passed away in 1189.
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See also
In Spanish: 1133 para niños
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