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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1395. This year saw 3 significant events.

14th Century1390s

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  1. Azzo X d'Este is defeated at the Battle of Portomaggiore by Venetian-Ferrarese troops

    Azzo X d'Este is defeated at the Battle of Portomaggiore by Venetian-Ferrarese troops

  2. Bishop Frederik of Blankenheim of Utrecht occupies Coevorden

    Bishop Frederik of Blankenheim of Utrecht occupies Coevorden

  3. John "Eleanor" Rykener, a male cross-dressing prostitute, is brought to court in London for "committing that detestable

    John "Eleanor" Rykener, a male cross-dressing prostitute, is brought to court in London for "committing that detestable unmentionable and ignominious vice" in late medieval England's only recorded case on same-sex intercourse (verdict unknown)

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What happened in 1395?
In 1395, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Azzo X d'Este is defeated at the Battle of Portomaggiore by Venetian-Ferrarese troops, Bishop Frederik of Blankenheim of Utrecht occupies Coevorden, John "Eleanor" Rykener, a male cross-dressing prostitute, is brought to court in London for "committing that detestable .

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