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Millennium: 2nd millennium
Centuries: 11th century12th century13th century
Decades: 1150s  1160s  1170s  – 1180s –  1190s  1200s  1210s
Years: 1180 1181 118211831184 1185 1186

The year 1183 was a time of important changes, especially in Japan where a new emperor began his rule. It was also a year when several influential people passed away, leaving their mark on history.

The Year 1183 in History

New Emperor in Japan

In 1183, a young boy named Emperor Go-Toba became the new emperor of Japan. He was the 82nd emperor to rule the country. His reign lasted from 1183 to 1198. During his time, Japan was going through a period of big changes and power struggles among different families.

Important People Who Died

Several notable figures died in 1183. Their deaths often had an impact on the political situations of their time.

Henry the Young King

On June 11, Henry the Young King passed away. He was the son of Henry II of England, a very powerful king. Henry the Young King was born in 1155. Even though he was crowned king during his father's lifetime, he never actually ruled England on his own. He was known for his love of tournaments and knightly activities.

Byzantine Emperors and Princesses

The Byzantine Empire was a powerful empire in Eastern Europe. In 1183, two important people from the Byzantine imperial family died.

  • Alexius II Comnenus, who was the Byzantine Emperor, died this year. He was born in 1167. His death marked a difficult time for the empire.
  • Maria Comnena, also known as the Porphyrogenita, was a Byzantine princess. She was born in 1149.
  • Renier of Montferrat, also called the Caesar John, was an Italian nobleman. He was married to Princess Maria Comnena and was born in 1162.

William Fitz Robert

Another important person who died in 1183 was William FitzRobert, 2nd Earl of Gloucester. He was an English nobleman who held a significant title and lands.

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