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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1398. This year saw 2 significant events. 1 notable figure passed away.

14th Century1390s

1398 Timeline

  1. Tamerlane captures and sacks Delhi, defeating Sultan Nasir-ud-Din Mahmud's armies by setting camels loaded with hay alig

    Tamerlane captures and sacks Delhi, defeating Sultan Nasir-ud-Din Mahmud's armies by setting camels loaded with hay alight and driving them toward the Sultan's armored war elephants

  2. The Treaty of Salynas is signed between Grand Duke of Lithuania Vytautas the Great and the Teutonic Knights, who receive

    The Treaty of Salynas is signed between Grand Duke of Lithuania Vytautas the Great and the Teutonic Knights, who received Samogitia.

  3. Hongwu dies

    Hongwu dies

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in 1398?
In 1398, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Tamerlane captures and sacks Delhi, defeating Sultan Nasir-ud-Din Mahmud's armies by setting camels loaded with hay alig, The Treaty of Salynas is signed between Grand Duke of Lithuania Vytautas the Great and the Teutonic Knights, who receive.
Who died in 1398?
1 notable figure passed away in 1398, including Hongwu dies.

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