1266 facts for kids
The year 1266 was a time of big changes and important events around the world. Kings fought battles, peace treaties were signed, and explorers began amazing journeys. Let's look at some of the most exciting things that happened in Europe and Asia during this year.
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 12th century – 13th century – 14th century |
| Decades: | 1230s 1240s 1250s – 1260s – 1270s 1280s 1290s |
| Years: | 1263 1264 1265 – 1266 – 1267 1268 1269 |
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Important Events of 1266
Europe
The Battle of Benevento
On February 26, a major battle happened in Italy. An army led by Charles, the Count of Anjou, fought against forces led by King Manfred of Sicily. Charles won this battle, and King Manfred was killed. After this victory, Pope Clement IV made Charles the new king of Sicily and Naples.
Peace in England
In England, a big conflict called the Second Barons' War was coming to an end. Supporters of the rebel leader Simon de Montfort offered a peace deal to the king. This offer was known as the Dictum of Kenilworth. After some small changes, everyone agreed to the peace plan the next year.
Scotland and Norway Make Peace
A war between Scotland and Norway also ended in 1266. King Alexander III of Scotland and King Magnus VI of Norway signed the Treaty of Perth. This agreement gave the Western Isles and the Isle of Man to Scotland. In return, Scotland paid a large sum of money to Norway.
New Coins in France
In France, new types of money were made for the first time. These included the gold écu coin and the silver grosh coin.
Asia
The Polo Family's Journey
Niccolo and Maffeo Polo, who were the father and uncle of the famous explorer Marco Polo, reached Kublai Khan's capital city. This city was called Khanbaliq, which is now Beijing in China. Their visit set the stage for Marco Polo's own famous journey, which started five years later. Kublai Khan sent the Polos back with a message for the pope. He asked the pope to send wise teachers from the West to the Mongol Empire. However, this request was mostly not followed.
The Mamluk Sultan Expands His Power
The Mamluk sultan named Baibars continued to make his empire bigger. He captured the city of Byblos (which is in modern-day Lebanon) and the important castle of Toron from the Crusader armies. He also defeated the Armenians in a place called Cilicia.
Notable People of 1266
Births
- Hethum II of Armenia (died 1307)
- Beatrice Portinari, who was the person Dante Alighieri loved. She also guided him through Heaven in his famous poem, The Divine Comedy (died 1290).
Deaths
- February 26 – King Manfred of Sicily, who was killed in the Battle of Benevento.
- October 21 – Birger jarl, a powerful Swedish leader who helped found the city of Stockholm.
- Farid-ud-din Ganj Shakar, a respected Islamic scholar.
Images for kids
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Charles of Anjou (left) defeats Manfred of Sicily at the Battle of Benevento.
See also
In Spanish: 1266 para niños
