1038
Li Yuanhao proclaims the Tangut Western Xia empire
The Tangut ruler on China's northwest frontier declared himself emperor of the Great Xia, commissioning a new written script of nearly six thousand characters…
Death of Stephen I of Hungary
The first king of Hungary, who had bound his Magyar people to Western Christianity and sent St. Gerard to evangelize the lake country, died at Szekesfehervar.
Song court develops fire arrows and incendiary weapons
Imperial arsenals refined gunpowder-based incendiary weapons for use against the Tangut threat on the northwest frontier.
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Frequently asked
What happened in the year 1038?
Saeculum lists 3 events from 1038. The most significant is Li Yuanhao proclaims the Tangut Western Xia empire.
What era was 1038 part of?
1038 falls within the High Middle Ages (1000-1300). Crusades, cathedrals, and the slow waking of Europe.
Which regions saw notable events in 1038?
The events from 1038 span East Asia and Europe.