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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1220. This year saw 3 significant events. 1 notable figure was born.

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  1. King of the Germans Frederick II grants bishops sovereign rights

    Frederick II (Italian: Federico, Sicilian: Fidiricu, German: Friedrich, Latin: Fridericus; 26 December 1194 – 13 December 1250) was King of Sicily from 1198, King of Germany from 1212, King of Italy...

  2. Sweden is defeated by Estonian tribes in the Battle of Lihula

    Sweden is defeated by Estonian tribes in the Battle of Lihula

  3. Frederick II is crowned Holy Roman Emperor in Rome by Pope Honorius III

    Pope Honorius III (1150 – 18 March 1227), born Cencio Savelli, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 18 July 1216 to his death.

  4. Alexander Nevsky is born

    Alexander Nevsky is born

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What happened in 1220?
In 1220, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include King of the Germans Frederick II grants bishops sovereign rights, Sweden is defeated by Estonian tribes in the Battle of Lihula, Frederick II is crowned Holy Roman Emperor in Rome by Pope Honorius III.
Who was born in 1220?
1 notable figure was born in 1220, including Alexander Nevsky is born.

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