Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1173. This year saw 2 significant events.
Thomas Becket ( ), also known as Saint Thomas of Canterbury, Thomas of London and later Thomas à Becket (21 December 1119 or 1120 – 29 December 1170), was an English cleric and statesman who served...
Construction of the Tower of Pisa begins, and it takes two centuries to complete
Thomas Becket ( ), also known as Saint Thomas of Canterbury, Thomas of London and later Thomas à Becket (21 December 1119 or 1120 – 29 December 1170), was an English cleric and statesman who served...
Construction of the Tower of Pisa begins, and it takes two centuries to complete