1227 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 12th century – 13th century – 14th century |
| Decades: | 1190s 1200s 1210s – 1220s – 1230s 1240s 1250s |
| Years: | 1224 1225 1226 – 1227 – 1228 1229 1230 |
The year 1227 (written as MCCXXVII in Roman numerals) was a special kind of year called a common year starting on Friday. This means it wasn't a leap year and it began on a Friday, according to the Julian calendar system used back then.
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Important Events of 1227
A New Pope Takes Charge
On March 19, a very important leader was chosen for the Catholic Church. This person was Pope Gregory IX, who became the 178th pope. A pope is like the main spiritual leader for many Christians around the world. Pope Gregory IX took over from the previous pope, Pope Honorius III. This was a big moment because the pope had a lot of influence in Europe during that time, not just in religious matters but also in politics.
The Death of a Mighty Leader
On August 18, a famous and powerful leader named Genghis Khan passed away. Genghis Khan was the founder and first Great Khan of the Mongol Empire, which became one of the largest empires in history. He was known for uniting many different groups of people and leading his armies to conquer vast lands across Asia. His death marked a significant moment for the Mongol Empire and the world.
Images for kids
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A map showing the Mongol invasion of Western Xia (part of China) around 1226-1227.
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A picture of Pope Gregory IX, who was the pope from 1227 to 1241.
See also
In Spanish: 1227 para niños
