Historical Events from This Year 1404
First Post-Mortem Autopsy for Teaching in Vienna
Galeazzo di Santa Sofia, an Italian professor, conducted the first recorded post-mortem autopsy specifically for educational purposes at the Heiligen-Geist Spital in Vienna. This groundbreaking event aimed to enhance medical understanding and anatomy knowledge among students and practitioners alike. Di Santa Sofia's work marked a significant shift in medical education, emphasizing empirical observation and the importance of direct study of human anatomy. The autopsy also drew attention to the evolving role of medicine in society during this period.
Continue ReadingOwain Glyndŵr Allies with France Against England
Owain Glyndŵr, having declared himself Prince of Wales, formed an alliance with the French against King Henry IV of England. This partnership aimed to strengthen the Welsh resistance during a turbulent period marked by rebellion and the quest for Welsh independence. The alliance was pivotal in challenging English rule and symbolized the unity of Welsh aspirations for sovereignty, utilizing foreign support to bolster their cause.
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