1447 facts for kids

The year 1447 was a common year that began on a Sunday. Many important events happened around the world during this time, including changes in leadership and the births and deaths of famous people.

Key Events of 1447

New Pope Takes Charge

• On March 6, a new pope was chosen. Pope Nicholas V became the 208th leader of the Catholic Church. He took over after Pope Eugene IV passed away.

Changes in Wallachia

• In December, Vlad II Dracul, who was the ruler of a region called Wallachia (part of modern-day Romania), was killed. His oldest son, Mircea, also died.
• After this, Vladislav II became the new ruler of Wallachia. He received help from a powerful leader named John Hunyadi.

Important Births in 1447

• December 9 – The Chenghua Emperor was born in China. He later became an emperor.
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  • Piero Capponi, an Italian soldier, was born.
  • Philippe de Commines, a Flemish historian, was born. He wrote important books about history.
  • Catherine of Genoa, a woman known for her deep spiritual beliefs, was born.
• Giovanni Antonio Amadeo, an Italian sculptor, was born. He created many beautiful artworks.
• Bayezid II, who would later become an Ottoman Sultan, was born.

Notable Deaths in 1447

• February 23
  • Pope Eugene IV, the previous pope, passed away.
  • Humphrey, Duke of Gloucester, a powerful English noble, died.
• March 12 – Shah Rukh, who was a ruler of Persia and Transoxonia, passed away.
• April 11 – Henry Beaufort, a very important cardinal and Lord Chancellor of England, died.
• August 13 – Filippo Maria Visconti, the Duke of Milan in Italy, passed away.
• December – Vlad II Dracul, the Prince of Wallachia, died.
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  • John Holland, 2nd Duke of Exeter, an English noble, passed away.