Historical Events from This Year 1384
Politics & Government
Jadwiga Crowned King of Poland
October 16th, 1384 640 years ago
Jadwiga, a young Polish princess, is crowned King of Poland, receiving the title despite being female. This unprecedented event marks a significant moment where gender roles in leadership are challenged. The ceremony takes place in Kraków, where Jadwiga, daughter of Louis I of Anjou, assumes the throne with the expectation of uniting the Polish kingdoms and strengthening royal authority. The coronation is accompanied by hopes of securing a political alliance through her future marriage.
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