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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1314. This year saw 2 significant events.

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  1. Jacques de Molay, the 23rd and last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, is burned at the stake by King Philip IV of Fra

    Jacques de Molay, the 23rd and last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, is burned at the stake by King Philip IV of France

  2. Battle of Bannockburn: Scotland regains independence from England

    The Battle of Bannockburn (Scottish Gaelic: Blàr Allt nam Bànag or Blàr Allt a' Bhonnaich) was fought on 23–24 June 1314, between the army of Robert the Bruce, King of Scots, and the army of King...

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What happened in 1314?
In 1314, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Jacques de Molay, the 23rd and last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, is burned at the stake by King Philip IV of Fra, Battle of Bannockburn: Scotland regains independence from England.

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