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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1355. This year saw 6 significant events.

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  1. Charles I of Bohemia is crowned with the Iron Crown of Lombardy

    Charles I of Bohemia is crowned with the Iron Crown of Lombardy

  2. The St. Scholastica's Day riot breaks out in Oxford, England, leaving 62 scholars and perhaps 30 locals dead in two days

    The St. Scholastica's Day riot breaks out in Oxford, England, leaving 62 scholars and perhaps 30 locals dead in two days

  3. 1,200 Jews of Toledo, Spain killed by Count Henry of Trastamara

    1,200 Jews of Toledo, Spain killed by Count Henry of Trastamara

  4. Tvrtko I writes in castro nostro Vizoka vocatum from old town Visoki

    Tvrtko I writes in castro nostro Vizoka vocatum from old town Visoki

  5. English invasion army under King Edward lands at Calais

    Edward of Woodstock (15 June 1330 – 8 June 1376), known as the Black Prince, was the eldest son and heir apparent of King Edward III of England.

  6. The greatest traveller of his age, Ibn Battuta of Tangier, completes his work "The Travels," detailing his 29 years spen

    The greatest traveller of his age, Ibn Battuta of Tangier, completes his work "The Travels," detailing his 29 years spent traveling the Islamic world and beyond, including to India, China, and Indonesia

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What happened in 1355?
In 1355, there were 6 significant historical events. Notable events include Charles I of Bohemia is crowned with the Iron Crown of Lombardy, The St. Scholastica's Day riot breaks out in Oxford, England, leaving 62 scholars and perhaps 30 locals dead in two days, 1,200 Jews of Toledo, Spain killed by Count Henry of Trastamara.

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