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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1200. This year saw 4 significant events.

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  1. Louis of France (Later Louis VIII) (13) marries Blanche of Castile (12), daughter of Alfonso VIII King of Castile at Por

    Louis of France (Later Louis VIII) (13) marries Blanche of Castile (12), daughter of Alfonso VIII King of Castile at Port-Mort

  2. King John of England (32) marries Isabella of Angoulême (12) in Bordeaux, despite her engagement to Hugh de Lusignan, Co

    King John of England (32) marries Isabella of Angoulême (12) in Bordeaux, despite her engagement to Hugh de Lusignan, Count of La Marche, prompting a rebellion

  3. Treaty of Le Goulet signed between France and England

    The Treaty of Le Goulet was a treaty signed by Kings John of England and Philip II of France in May 1200.

  4. In China, sunglasses are invented

    Sunglasses or sun glasses (informally called shades or sunnies; more names below) are a form of protective eyewear designed primarily to prevent bright sunlight and high-energy visible light from...

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What happened in 1200?
In 1200, there were 4 significant historical events. Notable events include Louis of France (Later Louis VIII) (13) marries Blanche of Castile (12), daughter of Alfonso VIII King of Castile at Por, King John of England (32) marries Isabella of Angoulême (12) in Bordeaux, despite her engagement to Hugh de Lusignan, Co, Treaty of Le Goulet signed between France and England.

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