What Happened This Year 1086

Historical Events from This Year 1086

Military & Warfare

Tutush Defeats Suleiman at Ain Salm

June 5th, 1086 938 years ago

Tutush, the brother of Seljuk Sultan Malik Shah, achieved a significant military victory over Suleiman ibn Qutalmish, the Turkish ruler of Anatolia, at the Battle of Ain Salm. This confrontation showcased the ongoing power struggles within the Seljuk Empire and the ambitions of various Turkish leaders in the region. The battle resulted in Tutush's consolidation of power and influence in Anatolia, highlighting the dynamic and turbulent political landscape of the era.

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Politics & Government

Rebellious Peasants Kill King Canute IV

July 10th, 1086 938 years ago

King Canute IV of Denmark was killed by a group of rebellious peasants in 1086. The discontent stemmed from his harsh taxation policies and attempts to enforce his authority. This resistance culminated in an uprising during which Canute was ambushed and murdered. His death marked a significant shift in the political landscape of Denmark, affecting its ruling powers and peasant uprisings across the region.

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Military & Warfare

Almoravid Victory at the Battle of Sagrajas

October 23rd, 1086 938 years ago

The Battle of Sagrajas marked a significant victory for the Almoravids against the Castilian forces. Led by the Almoravid general Yusuf ibn Tashfin, the Alomoravid army decisively defeated the Castilians, effectively stalling their expansion in the Iberian Peninsula. Despite their military success, the Almoravids were unable to capitalize fully on the victory, and the aftermath of the battle demonstrated the complexities of power dynamics in medieval Spain, as the conflict shifted the balance yet failed to consolidate control.

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