1185 facts for kids

The year 1185 was a time of big changes and important events around the world. Major battles were fought, new kingdoms began, and famous schools and buildings were started. Let's explore some of the key things that happened in 1185.

Important Events of 1185

Japan's Big Changes

• On April 25, a huge naval battle called the Battle of Dan-no-ura took place in Japan. This battle was part of the Genpei War, a long fight between two powerful families. The Minamoto clan won this battle, which was a very important victory for them.
• This year also marked the end of the Heian Period in Japan. A new period, called the Kamakura period, began. This was a time of big shifts in how Japan was ruled, moving towards a government led by warriors.

New Buildings and Kingdoms in Europe

• The Knights Templar, a famous group of warrior monks, settled in London. They started building the New Temple Church, which is still a well-known historical site today.
• In Lund, Sweden, a school called Katedralskolan was founded. This school is the oldest in northern Europe and one of the oldest schools on the entire continent.
• Peter and Asen led a revolt of the Vlachs and Bulgars against the Byzantine Empire. This uprising was successful and led to the creation of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom.
• On August 15, the amazing cave city of Vardzia in Georgia was officially opened by Queen Tamar of Georgia. This city was carved right into the side of a mountain!

People Born in 1185

• April 23 – King Afonso II of Portugal was born. He would later rule Portugal.
• Inge II of Norway was born. He became a king of Norway.
• Gertrude of Merania was born. She later became queen of Andrew II of Hungary.

People Who Died in 1185

• April 25 – Emperor Antoku, the 81st emperor of Japan, died. He was only a young boy.
• July 25 – King Afonso I of Portugal passed away. He was the first king of Portugal.
• September 12 – Andronicus I Comnenus, who was the Byzantine Emperor, died.
• November 25 – Pope Lucius III passed away. He was the head of the Catholic Church.
• Baldwin IV of Jerusalem, also known as the Leper King, died. He was a king of Jerusalem.
• Several important Japanese soldiers from the Taira clan, including Taira no Munemori, Taira no Noritsune, Taira no Shigehira, and Taira no Tomomori, also died this year.

Images for kids

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  Battle of Dan-no-Ura in Honshu (1185).

See also

In Spanish: 1185 para niños