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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1246. This year saw 2 significant events.

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1246 Timeline

  1. Battle at Leitha river between Hungarian forces of King Béla IV of Hungary and Austrian army of Duke Frederick II - Aust

    Battle at Leitha river between Hungarian forces of King Béla IV of Hungary and Austrian army of Duke Frederick II - Austrian victory but Frederick is killed

  2. Güyük (Kuyuk), son and successor of Ogodei, formally elected Great Khan of the Mongols at Sira Ordu, five years after th

    Güyük (Kuyuk), son and successor of Ogodei, formally elected Great Khan of the Mongols at Sira Ordu, five years after the death of his father

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What happened in 1246?
In 1246, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Battle at Leitha river between Hungarian forces of King Béla IV of Hungary and Austrian army of Duke Frederick II - Aust, Güyük (Kuyuk), son and successor of Ogodei, formally elected Great Khan of the Mongols at Sira Ordu, five years after th.

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