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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1259. This year saw 1 significant event.

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  1. Michael VIII Palaiologos is formally proclaimed Emperor of Nicaea in Nymphaion

    Michael VIII Palaiologos or Palaeologus reigned as Byzantine emperor from 1261 until his death in 1282, and previously as the co-emperor of the Empire of Nicaea from 1259 to 1261.

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Michael VIII Palaiologos is formally proclaimed Emperor of Nicaea in Nymphaion

Michael VIII Palaiologos or Palaeologus reigned as Byzantine emperor from 1261 until his death in 1282, and previously as the co-emperor of the Empire of Nicaea from 1259 to 1261.

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What happened in 1259?
In 1259, there were 1 significant historical event. Notable events include Michael VIII Palaiologos is formally proclaimed Emperor of Nicaea in Nymphaion.

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