What Happened This Year 1323

Historical Events from This Year 1323

Politics & Government

Treaty of Paris of 1323 is signed

March 6th, 1323 702 years ago

The Treaty of Paris experienced a significant signing between representatives of France and England, marking a notable agreement that aimed to stabilize ongoing territorial disputes. The negotiations culminated in Paris, where both sides sought a resolution to their conflicts stemming from the tensions between the two powerful kingdoms. This treaty emerged as an attempt to foster a peaceful coexistence and establish clear boundaries in the contested regions, reflecting the complexities of medieval diplomacy.

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Military & Warfare

Siege of Warangal: Prataparudra Surrenders

March 13th, 1323 702 years ago

In response to Kakatiya ruler Prataparudra's refusal to pay tribute, Sultan Ghiyath al-Din Tughluq dispatched an army led by his son, Muhammad bin Tughluq, to besiege the Kakatiya capital of Warangal. The siege lasted eight months, culminating in the surrender of Prataparudra on November 9. This significant military campaign aimed to assert dominance in South India.

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Politics & Government

First Border Treaty between Sweden and Novgorod

August 12th, 1323 701 years ago

The Treaty of Nöteborg was signed to define the borders between Sweden and the Novgorod Republic, marking the first official agreement outlining territorial boundaries. This treaty was significant for both parties, as it sought to resolve territorial disputes and regulate trade relations. The treaty was signed in the town of Nöteborg, located at the confluence of the River Neva and Lake Ladoga, an area of contention for both nations.

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Military & Warfare

Prataparudra's Surrender at Warangal

November 9th, 1323 701 years ago

The Siege of Warangal culminated when Prataparudra surrendered to Muhammad bin Tughlaq, leading to the fall of the Kakatiya dynasty. The siege began years earlier as Tughlaq aimed to expand his territory in South India. After a prolonged conflict marked by fierce resistance, the Kakatiyan capital of Warangal fell. Prataparudra's capitulation not only signified the end of his rule but also integrating the region into the expanding Delhi Sultanate.

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