Conquest of Seville occurs by Christian troops under King Ferdinand III of Castile after the city surrenders
Seville is the capital and largest city of the Spanish autonomous community of Andalusia and the province of Seville.
Year in History
Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1248. This year saw 5 significant events.
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1248 Timeline
Conquest of Seville occurs by Christian troops under King Ferdinand III of Castile after the city surrenders
Seville is the capital and largest city of the Spanish autonomous community of Andalusia and the province of Seville.
Construction of the new Cologne Cathedral in the Gothic style begins with the laying of the foundation stone by Archbish
Construction of the new Cologne Cathedral in the Gothic style begins with the laying of the foundation stone by Archbishop Konrad von Hochstaden (completed 1880)
Dutch city of Ommen receives city rights and fortification rights from Archbishop of Utrecht Otto III
Dutch city of Ommen receives city rights and fortification rights from Archbishop of Utrecht Otto III
Earl William II of Holland crowned as King of Germany
Earl William II of Holland crowned as King of Germany
Earthquake in England causes Wells' cathedral roof to collapse
Earthquake in England causes Wells' cathedral roof to collapse
Events
Construction of the new Cologne Cathedral in the Gothic style begins with the laying of the foundation stone by Archbish
Construction of the new Cologne Cathedral in the Gothic style begins with the laying of the foundation stone by Archbishop Konrad von Hochstaden (completed 1880)
Dutch city of Ommen receives city rights and fortification rights from Archbishop of Utrecht Otto III
Dutch city of Ommen receives city rights and fortification rights from Archbishop of Utrecht Otto III
Earl William II of Holland crowned as King of Germany
Earl William II of Holland crowned as King of Germany
Earthquake in England causes Wells' cathedral roof to collapse
Earthquake in England causes Wells' cathedral roof to collapse
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in 1248?
- In 1248, there were 5 significant historical events. Notable events include Conquest of Seville occurs by Christian troops under King Ferdinand III of Castile after the city surrenders, Construction of the new Cologne Cathedral in the Gothic style begins with the laying of the foundation stone by Archbish, Dutch city of Ommen receives city rights and fortification rights from Archbishop of Utrecht Otto III.