1272 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 12th century – 13th century – 14th century |
| Decades: | 1240s 1250s 1260s – 1270s – 1280s 1290s 1300s |
| Years: | 1269 1270 1271 – 1272 – 1273 1274 1275 |
The year 1272 was a time of important changes and events around the world. Kings and leaders made big decisions, and new discoveries were made. Let's explore some of the key things that happened in this year.
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Major Events of 1272
Wars and Kingdoms
Mamluk Sultan Baibars Expands Power
In 1272, the powerful Mamluk Sultan Baibars of Egypt led his army south. He invaded the kingdom of Makuria, which was getting weaker. The Mamluks were a group of soldier-rulers who controlled Egypt and parts of the Middle East. This invasion helped Baibars expand his empire even further.
Charles I of Anjou in Albania
Charles I of Anjou, who was the King of Naples (a kingdom in southern Italy), took control of the city of Durrës in Albania. He then created a new Albanian kingdom. This showed his growing power in the Mediterranean region.
Count Floris V's Attempt in Frisia
Count Floris V of Holland tried to attack Frisia (a region in the Netherlands). He wanted to get back the body of his father, Count William II, who had died there. However, his attack was not successful.
Edward I Becomes King of England
A very important event for England happened in 1272. King Henry III died on November 16. His son, Edward, was away on a religious war called the Ninth Crusade. Even though he was not in England, Edward became the new King of England on November 21. He later became known as Edward I.
Portugal Ends Moorish Rule
King Alphonso III of Portugal achieved a major goal for his country. He removed the last remaining Moorish community in Portugal. This community was in the city of Faro. The Moors were Muslim people who had lived in parts of Portugal and Spain for many centuries. This event marked the end of their rule in Portugal.
Strasbourg Becomes a Free City
The city of Strasbourg, located in what is now France, gained a special status in 1272. It became an Imperial Free City within the Holy Roman Empire. This meant that Strasbourg was directly under the authority of the Holy Roman Emperor, giving it more independence and self-governance compared to other cities.
Trade and Knowledge
Cordwainers Regulate Leather Trade
In London, England, a group called the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers received an important right. They were given permission to control the leather trade in the city. Cordwainers were skilled shoemakers and leather workers. This right helped them set standards and rules for their craft.
Alfonsine Tables Completed
In the field of astronomy, a major work was finished in 1272. The recording of the Alfonsine tables was completed. These tables were a collection of astronomical data that helped people predict the positions of the sun, moon, and planets. They were very important for navigation and understanding the sky for many years.
Early Mention of Cricket
The year 1272 also holds a special place in sports history. It is the first time that the game of cricket is mentioned in written records. This shows that the game, which is now popular around the world, has a very long history.
People Born in 1272
- Bernardo Tolomei (died 1348)
- King Frederick III of Sicily (died 1337)
- Otto I of Hesse (approximate date; died 1328)
People Who Died in 1272
- March 17 – Emperor Go-Saga of Japan (born 1220)
- March 18 – John FitzAlan, 7th Earl of Arundel (born 1246)
- April 2 – Richard, 1st Earl of Cornwall, Holy Roman Emperor (born 1209)
- April 27 – Saint Zita
- August 6 – King Stephen V of Hungary
- November 16 – King Henry III of England (born 1207)
- December 13 – Bertold von Regensburg, German preacher
- William of Saint-Amour, French scholastic philosopher (born 1200)
