What Happened This Year 1136

Born in 1136

Petronilla of Aragon

Queen of Aragon and Navarre
Born
June 29th, 1136 888 years ago
Died
October 15th, 1173 851 years ago — 37 years old

Born in Aragon, Petronilla was the daughter of Ramiro II of Aragon. She became queen consort of Navarre through her marriage to King Sancho VI of Navarre. This union facilitated the dynastic ties between the Kingdom of Aragon and the Kingdom of Navarre. Petronilla's reign was notable for her role in the political affairs of both kingdoms. Her reign spanned a time of consolidation and conflict among the Iberian kingdoms.

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Amalric I of Jerusalem

King of Jerusalem during Crusades
Born
1136 889 years ago
Died
July 11th, 1174 850 years ago — 38 years old

Ruled as King of Jerusalem from 1163 until death in 1174. Oversaw the kingdom during a tumultuous period marked by conflicts with Saladin and the consolidation of Crusader territories. Expanded the realm's influence and established strategic alliances, including marrying Amalric of Jerusalem. His reign was notable for military campaigns aimed at reclaiming lost territories and strengthening the defense of Jerusalem against Muslim forces. Died in 1174, leaving a significant legacy in the history of the Crusades.

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