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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1065. This year saw 2 significant events.

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  1. A new church devoted to St Peter the Apostle is founded and consecrated by Edward the Confessor in London, later called

    A new church devoted to St Peter the Apostle is founded and consecrated by Edward the Confessor in London, later called Westminster Abbey. It is rebuilt in the Gothic style during the mid-13th century. [1]

  2. Pilgrims under Bishop Gunther of Bamberg reach Jerusalem

    Gunther (1025/1030 – 23 July 1065) was a German nobleman and prelate of the Holy Roman Empire.

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What happened in 1065?
In 1065, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include A new church devoted to St Peter the Apostle is founded and consecrated by Edward the Confessor in London, later called , Pilgrims under Bishop Gunther of Bamberg reach Jerusalem.

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