1210 facts for kids
1210 (also written as MCCX in Roman numerals) was a common year that started on a Thursday in the Julian calendar. This year saw many important events around the world, from changes in leadership to new empires and famous writings.
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Events
Changes in Leadership
In Japan, a big change happened. Emperor Tsuchimikado finished his time as the ruler. Soon after, Emperor Juntoku became the new emperor of Japan. This meant a new leader for the country.
In Europe, Otto IV, Holy Roman Emperor, who was a powerful ruler, had problems with the church. He was excommunicated by Pope Innocent III. This means the Pope officially removed him from the church. This happened because Otto IV had invaded southern Italy in 1210.
New Empires and Campaigns
The year 1210 also marked the start of the Delhi Sultanate. This was a new and powerful kingdom in India, ruled by a leader called a Sultan. It became a very important part of Indian history.
Far to the east, Jochi, who was the oldest son of the famous leader Genghis Khan, led a military campaign. His Mongol forces fought against the Kyrgyz people. This was part of the Mongol Empire's expansion.
Famous Writings
Around this time, a writer named Gottfried von Strassburg created a very long and important poem. It was called Tristan. This epic poem told a famous story and is still known today.
People Born in 1210
- May 5 – King Afonso III of Portugal (died 1279)
- June 24 – Count Floris IV of Holland (died 1234)
- July 22 – Joan of England, who became the Queen of Scotland and wife of Alexander II of Scotland (died 1238)
- Ibn Nafis, a Persian doctor who studied the human body (died 1288)
People Who Died in 1210
- Lu You, a famous Chinese poet (born 1125)
- Jinul, a Korean Buddhist thinker
- July 17 – King Sverker II of Sweden (born in the 1160s), who died in the Battle of Gestilren
Images for kids
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Coronation of Maria of Montferrat (right) and John of Brienne in the Cathedral of Tyre.
See also
In Spanish: 1210 para niños
