1171 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 11th century – 12th century – 13th century |
| Decades: | 1140s 1150s 1160s – 1170s – 1180s 1190s 1200s |
| Years: | 1168 1169 1170 – 1171 – 1172 1173 1174 |
The year 1171 was a time of big changes and important events across Europe and the Middle East. Kingdoms were fighting, new alliances were forming, and leaders were making decisions that would affect history for centuries. From religious shifts in Egypt to conflicts in Ireland, 1171 was a year that shaped the future.
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Major Events of 1171
Changes in Egypt
In 1171, a powerful leader named Saladin made a very important change in Egypt. He ended the Fatimid Caliphate, which was a type of Islamic government. This brought back Sunni rule to Egypt. This was a huge shift in the religious and political landscape of the region.
Byzantine Empire and Venice
The Byzantine Empire was a powerful empire in the east. Its ruler, Manuel I Comnenus, ordered all people from Venice living in his empire to be arrested. This was a serious move that showed tension between the two powers.
English and Welsh Relations
In Britain, Rhys ap Gruffydd, a Welsh prince, agreed to meet with Henry II of England. These talks were important for the relationship between Wales and England.
Building a Cathedral
The construction of the Cathedral of Saint Sabino in Bari, a city in Italy, was completed in 1171. Cathedrals were very important buildings in the Middle Ages, showing the power and faith of a city.
Serbian Independence
The Serbian ruler Stefan Nemanja began to rule alone in 1171. This was a key moment for Serbia, as it marked a step towards greater independence and power for the Serbian state.
Conflicts in Spain
In what is now Spain, Alfonso II of Aragon achieved important victories. He defeated forces in Caspe and Teruel. These wins helped expand his kingdom's control.
England and Ireland's Long History
A major historical event in 1171 was when Henry II of England began a long period of conflict between Ireland and England. This started centuries of struggles and wars between the two nations.
Italian City-States Form Alliances
In Italy, the powerful city-states of Pisa and Florence formed an alliance. They joined forces against their rivals, the Republic of Lucca and the Republic of Genoa. Alliances like these were common as city-states competed for power and trade.
Changes in Catalonia
The people who were meant to inherit the lands of Robert Burdet left Catalonia in 1171. This event likely caused changes in land ownership and power in that region.
Important Births in 1171
- August 15 — King Alfonso IX of León was born. He would later become a significant ruler in Spain. (d. 1230)
- Agnes of France was born. She was the daughter of Louis VII of France and later became an empress. (d. after 1207)
Notable Deaths in 1171
- January 1 — Diarmait Mac Murchada, who was the King of Leinster in Ireland, passed away. (b. 1110)
- February 20 — Conan IV, Duke of Brittany died. He was an important duke in the region of Brittany. (b. 1138)
- November 8 — Baldwin IV, Count of Hainaut passed away. He was a count in a region that is now part of Belgium. (b. 1108)
- Henry of Blois, a bishop from Winchester, also died in this year. (b. 1111)
- Gleb of Kiev, a prince from the Kievan Rus', also passed away.
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See also
In Spanish: 1171 para niños
