1296 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 12th century – 13th century – 14th century |
| Decades: | 1260s 1270s 1280s – 1290s – 1300s 1310s 1320s |
| Years: | 1293 1294 1295 – 1296 – 1297 1298 1299 |
The year 1296 was a leap year that started on a Saturday. This year saw important events, especially a major battle between the kingdoms of Scotland and England.
Key Events of 1296
The Battle of Dunbar
- April 27 – A big battle happened at Dunbar, Scotland. This was the Battle of Dunbar.
- In this battle, the army of Edward I of England, also known as "Longshanks," fought against the Scottish forces.
- The Scottish army was defeated by King Edward I's English forces. This battle was a key moment in the long history of conflicts between England and Scotland.
Important Births in 1296
- August 10 – King John I of Bohemia was born. He later became the King of Bohemia, a historical kingdom in Central Europe.
See also
In Spanish: 1296 para niños
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