1302
Golden Spurs: Flemish militia break French chivalry
On muddy ground outside Kortrijk, burghers armed with pikes and goedendags slaughtered the flower of French knighthood.
Alauddin Khalji storms Ranthambore
The Delhi sultan finally reduced the Chauhan fortress in Rajasthan after a year-long siege.
Mamluk Sultan An-Nasir returns from Kerak
The young Qalawunid sultan was restored to his Cairo throne after years of regency and exile in Kerak…
Unam Sanctam: papal absolutism at full stretch
Boniface VIII issued the bull that declared submission to the Roman pontiff necessary for every human soul.
Matins of Bruges: Flemish butchers rise
Before dawn the weavers of Bruges crept house to house, asking each sleeping Frenchman to say 'schild en vriend.'
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Frequently asked
What happened in the year 1302?
Saeculum lists 5 events from 1302. The most significant is Golden Spurs: Flemish militia break French chivalry: On muddy ground outside Kortrijk, burghers armed with pikes and goedendags slaughtered the flower of French knighthood.
What era was 1302 part of?
1302 falls within the Late Middle Ages (1301-1500). Plague, papal schism, and the seeds of nation-states.
Which regions saw notable events in 1302?
The events from 1302 span Europe, South Asia and Middle East.