1176 facts for kids

The year 1176 was a time of important events across Europe and the Middle East. New laws were made, big battles were fought, and famous buildings began to take shape. It was also a year when new leaders were born and some well-known figures passed away.

Key Events of 1176

New Laws and Rules

• In January, the Assize of Northampton was created in England. This was a set of new laws and rules for how courts should work. It helped to make justice fairer across the land.

Major Battles and Conflicts

• On May 29, Frederick Barbarossa, a powerful emperor, faced a defeat. This event was a significant moment in the politics of Europe.
• On September 17, the Seljuk Turks won a major victory against the army of Manuel I Comnenus, the Byzantine Emperor. This happened at the Battle of Myriokephalon. This battle was a big setback for the Byzantine Empire.
• Near Aleppo, there was an attempt on the life of the famous leader Saladin. However, the plan did not succeed.
• Raynald of Chatillon, an important figure, was set free from prison in Aleppo.

Building and Culture

• The Cathedral of Sens in France created what is thought to be one of the very first "clocks." This was a big step in telling time more accurately.
• Construction started on the famous London Bridge in England. This bridge would become a vital crossing over the River Thames.
• Aberdeen, a town in Scotland, was officially made a royal burgh. This meant it had special rights and privileges from the king.
• The first recorded Welsh cultural festival, called an Eisteddfod, was held. It was organized by Rhys ap Gruffydd in Cardigan, Wales. This festival celebrated Welsh poetry and music.

Important Births in 1176

• Henry de Bohun, 1st Earl of Hereford (died 1220): He became a powerful English nobleman.
• Leopold VI of Austria (died 1230): He later became the Duke of Austria and Styria.
• William de Longespee, 3rd Earl of Salisbury (around this time; died 1226): He was an English nobleman and soldier.
• Saint Sava (died 1235): He was a Serbian prince who later became a very important archbishop. He is a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
• Subutai: He was a brilliant Mongol general who helped to expand the huge Mongolia.

Notable Deaths in 1176

• Richard de Clare, 2nd Earl of Pembroke (born 1130): An English soldier who died on April 20.
• Matthias I, Duke of Lorraine (born 1119): He passed away on May 13.
• Emperor Rokujo of Japan (born 1164): He died on August 23.
• William d'Aubigny, 1st Earl of Arundel (born around 1109): An English politician who died on October 25.
• Rosamund Clifford (born 1150): She was known for her connection to King Henry II of England.
• Saint Galdino: An Italian archdeacon who was also a cardinal.

Images for kids

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  The Rum Turks ambush the Byzantines at the pass of Myriokephalon (1880).

See also

In Spanish: 1176 para niños