What Happened This Year 1475

Historical Events from This Year 1475

Military & Warfare

Stephen III of Moldavia's Victory at Vaslui

January 10th, 1475 550 years ago

Stephen III of Moldavia achieved a decisive victory against the Ottoman Empire at the Battle of Vaslui. The battle took place near Vaslui, in present-day Romania, where Stephen's forces, numbering around 40,000, faced a larger Ottoman army commanded by Grand Vizier Maraşal. Utilizing the terrain and strategic ambushes, Stephen's well-prepared troops effectively repelled the superior military might of the Ottomans, marking an important moment in the struggle against Ottoman expansion in Eastern Europe.

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Politics & Government

Treaty of Picquigny Ends French-English Conflict

August 29th, 1475 549 years ago

The Treaty of Picquigny marked the conclusion of a brief conflict between France and England, stemming from the Hundred Years' War. Negotiated near Picquigny, France, it involved King Louis XI of France and King Edward IV of England, who sought to solidify peace and political ties. The treaty included provisions for an annual payment from France to England, aiming to prevent future hostilities. The agreement effectively ended the military engagements and established a period of calm between the two nations.

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