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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1088. This year saw 1 significant event.

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  1. Odo of Lagery is elected as Pope Urban II, succeeding Victor III

    Pope Urban II (Latin: Urbanus II; c. 1035 – 29 July 1099), otherwise known as Odo of Châtillon or Otho de Lagery, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 12 March 1088...

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Odo of Lagery is elected as Pope Urban II, succeeding Victor III

Pope Urban II (Latin: Urbanus II; c. 1035 – 29 July 1099), otherwise known as Odo of Châtillon or Otho de Lagery, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 12 March 1088...

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What happened in 1088?
In 1088, there were 1 significant historical event. Notable events include Odo of Lagery is elected as Pope Urban II, succeeding Victor III.

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