Historical Events from This Year 1477
Charles the Bold Defeated by René II
The Battle of Nancy marked a significant confrontation between Charles the Bold, the Duke of Burgundy, and René II, the Duke of Lorraine. The battle took place near Nancy, where Charles sought to expand his territory but faced fierce resistance. In a brutal conflict, Charles was ultimately defeated and killed, leading to the dissolution of Burgundian autonomy and the integration of Burgundy into France under the control of the French crown. The loss diminished Burgundian influence in European politics.
Continue ReadingUppsala University Receives Corporate Rights
Uppsala University was inaugurated after receiving its corporate rights from Pope Sixtus IV. This pivotal moment marked a crucial step in the establishment of higher education in Sweden and was celebrated with a formal ceremony in Uppsala, allowing the university to operate under its own charter. Scholars and students gathered to recognize the importance of education and the role of the church in supporting academic institutions.
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