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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1420. This year saw 8 significant events.

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  1. Henry V of England (33) marries Catherine of Valois (18), youngest daughter of King Charles VI of France at Troyes Cathe

    Henry V of England (33) marries Catherine of Valois (18), youngest daughter of King Charles VI of France at Troyes Cathedral

  2. Pope Martinus I calls for crusade against the Hussite protestants

    Pope Martinus I calls for crusade against the Hussite protestants

  3. Duke of Austria Albert V orders the Vienna Gesera, imprisoning and expelling the Jews of Vienna

    Duke of Austria Albert V orders the Vienna Gesera, imprisoning and expelling the Jews of Vienna

  4. Henry the Navigator is appointed governor of the Order of Christ

    Henry the Navigator is appointed governor of the Order of Christ

  5. Troops of the Republic of Venice capture Udine, ending the independence of the Patriarchate of Aquileia

    Troops of the Republic of Venice capture Udine, ending the independence of the Patriarchate of Aquileia

  6. Battle at Vitkov Zizka's hill (Prague): Taboriets beat Bohemia

    Battle at Vitkov Zizka's hill (Prague): Taboriets beat Bohemia

  7. Duke John VI of Bavaria visits Dutch mystic Lidwina, known as Christ's bride

    Duke John VI of Bavaria visits Dutch mystic Lidwina, known as Christ's bride

  8. Beijing is declared the capital of the Ming dynasty under the Yongle Emperor

    The Ming tombs are a collection of mausoleums built by the emperors of the Ming dynasty of China.

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What happened in 1420?
In 1420, there were 8 significant historical events. Notable events include Henry V of England (33) marries Catherine of Valois (18), youngest daughter of King Charles VI of France at Troyes Cathe, Pope Martinus I calls for crusade against the Hussite protestants, Duke of Austria Albert V orders the Vienna Gesera, imprisoning and expelling the Jews of Vienna.

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