Pope Gregory XI moves the Papacy back to Rome from Avignon
Pope Gregory XI (Latin: Gregorius XI; born Pierre Roger de Beaufort; c. 1329 – 27 March 1378) was head of the Catholic Church from 30 December 1370 to his death, in March 1378.
Year in History
Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1377. This year saw 5 significant events. 1 notable figure passed away.
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Pope Gregory XI moves the Papacy back to Rome from Avignon
Pope Gregory XI (Latin: Gregorius XI; born Pierre Roger de Beaufort; c. 1329 – 27 March 1378) was head of the Catholic Church from 30 December 1370 to his death, in March 1378.
Mass execution of population (between 2,500 and 5,000) of Cesena, Italy, by Breton troops of Giovanni Acuto under the co
Mass execution of population (between 2,500 and 5,000) of Cesena, Italy, by Breton troops of Giovanni Acuto under the command of Robert, Cardinal of Geneva, acting as the legate of Pope Gregory XI
Pope Gregory XI issues five papal bulls to denounce the doctrines of English theologian John Wycliffe
John Wycliffe (also spelled Wyclif, Wickliffe, Wicklyf etc.; c. 1328 – 31 December 1384) was an English scholastic philosopher, Christian reformer, Catholic priest, and a theology professor at the...
French raid on Rye, England
French raid on Rye, England
Foundation stone laid for Ulm Minster, in Free Imperial City of Ulm, Holy Roman Empire, construction is not completed un
Foundation stone laid for Ulm Minster, in Free Imperial City of Ulm, Holy Roman Empire, construction is not completed until 1890, when it becomes the tallest church in the world
Edward III dies
Edward III dies
Events
Mass execution of population (between 2,500 and 5,000) of Cesena, Italy, by Breton troops of Giovanni Acuto under the co
Mass execution of population (between 2,500 and 5,000) of Cesena, Italy, by Breton troops of Giovanni Acuto under the command of Robert, Cardinal of Geneva, acting as the legate of Pope Gregory XI
Pope Gregory XI issues five papal bulls to denounce the doctrines of English theologian John Wycliffe
John Wycliffe (also spelled Wyclif, Wickliffe, Wicklyf etc.; c. 1328 – 31 December 1384) was an English scholastic philosopher, Christian reformer, Catholic priest, and a theology professor at the...
French raid on Rye, England
French raid on Rye, England
Foundation stone laid for Ulm Minster, in Free Imperial City of Ulm, Holy Roman Empire, construction is not completed un
Foundation stone laid for Ulm Minster, in Free Imperial City of Ulm, Holy Roman Empire, construction is not completed until 1890, when it becomes the tallest church in the world
Notable Deaths
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in 1377?
- In 1377, there were 5 significant historical events. Notable events include Pope Gregory XI moves the Papacy back to Rome from Avignon, Mass execution of population (between 2,500 and 5,000) of Cesena, Italy, by Breton troops of Giovanni Acuto under the co, Pope Gregory XI issues five papal bulls to denounce the doctrines of English theologian John Wycliffe.
- Who died in 1377?
- 1 notable figure passed away in 1377, including Edward III dies.