1239
Mongols burn Chernigov
The old Rurikid city of Chernigov, a cultural center south of Kiev, was stormed and torched by Batu's army as it swept west.
Hulagu Khan born in Mongolia
The grandson of Genghis who would eventually sack Baghdad was born to Tolui and the formidable Nestorian Christian princess Sorghaghtani Beki.
Crusaders briefly recover Jerusalem by treaty
Through a diplomatic agreement brokered by Richard of Cornwall, Jerusalem was temporarily returned to Christian control.
Frederick II seizes the Lombard March of Treviso
The Hohenstaufen emperor, advancing his grip on northern Italy, occupied the March of Treviso and threatened the independence of the Lombard League cities.
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Frequently asked
What happened in the year 1239?
Saeculum lists 4 events from 1239. The most significant is Mongols burn Chernigov: The old Rurikid city of Chernigov, a cultural center south of Kiev, was stormed and torched by Batu's army as it swept west.
What era was 1239 part of?
1239 falls within the High Middle Ages (1000-1300). Crusades, cathedrals, and the slow waking of Europe.
Which regions saw notable events in 1239?
The events from 1239 span Europe, Central Asia and Middle East.