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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1277. This year saw 3 significant events.

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  1. Condemnation of 219 philosophical and theological theses by Stephen Tempier, Bishop of Paris

    Condemnation of 219 philosophical and theological theses by Stephen Tempier, Bishop of Paris

  2. As Vizier Mehmet I of Karaman issues a firman (decree) ordering only the Turkish language to be used, not Arabic or Pers

    As Vizier Mehmet I of Karaman issues a firman (decree) ordering only the Turkish language to be used, not Arabic or Persian

  3. Giovanni Gaetano Orsini elected as Pope Nicolas III

    Pope Nicholas III (Latin: Nicolaus III; c. 1225 – 22 August 1280), born Giovanni Gaetano Orsini, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 25 November 1277 to his death on 22...

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What happened in 1277?
In 1277, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Condemnation of 219 philosophical and theological theses by Stephen Tempier, Bishop of Paris, As Vizier Mehmet I of Karaman issues a firman (decree) ordering only the Turkish language to be used, not Arabic or Pers, Giovanni Gaetano Orsini elected as Pope Nicolas III.

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