1394 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 13th century – 14th century – 15th century |
| Decades: | 1360s 1370s 1380s – 1390s – 1400s 1410s 1420s |
| Years: | 1391 1392 1393 – 1394 – 1395 1396 1397 |
The year 1394 was a time of change and new beginnings in history. Many important events happened across the world, and some famous people were born. Let's explore what made this year special!
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Important Events in 1394
One of the most famous events of 1394 was related to literature. A very important writer named Geoffrey Chaucer was busy working on his most famous book.
Geoffrey Chaucer and The Canterbury Tales
In 1394, the English poet Geoffrey Chaucer was writing his masterpiece, The Canterbury Tales. This collection of stories is told by a group of pilgrims traveling to Canterbury Cathedral. The stories are funny, serious, and sometimes a bit silly. They give us a great look at what life was like in England during the Middle Ages. Chaucer is often called the "Father of English Literature" because he helped make English a respected language for writing, instead of Latin or French.
Famous Births in 1394
The year 1394 also saw the birth of a future duke and a talented poet.
Charles, Duke of Orléans
On November 24, 1394, Charles, Duke of Orléans, was born. He was a French prince, a duke, and a very skilled poet. Charles wrote many beautiful poems, especially during the time he was held captive in England for many years. His poems often talked about love, sadness, and hope. He is remembered as one of the most important French poets of his time.
