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Millennium: 2nd millennium
Centuries: 12th century13th century14th century
Decades: 1220s  1230s  1240s  – 1250s –  1260s  1270s  1280s
Years: 1248 1249 125012511252 1253 1254

The year 1251 was a time of important events across Europe and Asia. Kings and leaders made big decisions, new cities grew, and ancient texts were completed. This year saw changes in power, new alliances, and the spread of knowledge.

Major Events of 1251

Europe in 1251

Asia in 1251

  • Möngke Khan was chosen as the fourth Great Khan of the Mongol Empire. The Great Khan was the supreme leader of the vast Mongol Empire.
  • The carving of the Tripitaka Koreana was finished. This is a huge collection of Buddhist holy writings. It is recorded on about 81,000 wooden blocks.

Important People Born in 1251

Important People Who Died in 1251

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