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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1208. This year saw 2 significant events.

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  1. Peace treaty between the Chinese Jin and Song dynasties, the Song resume paying tribute after two years of fighting

    Peace treaty between the Chinese Jin and Song dynasties, the Song resume paying tribute after two years of fighting

  2. Otto IV, nephew of Richard the Lionheart of England, is elected Holy Roman Emperor at Frankfurt

    Otto IV (1175 – 19 May 1218) was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1209 until his death in 1218. Otto spent most of his early life in England and France.

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What happened in 1208?
In 1208, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Peace treaty between the Chinese Jin and Song dynasties, the Song resume paying tribute after two years of fighting, Otto IV, nephew of Richard the Lionheart of England, is elected Holy Roman Emperor at Frankfurt.

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