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What Happened on April 16, 1245

Historical Events

  • Franciscan envoys Giovanni da Pian del Carpine and Benedict to Pole depart Lyon on first Catholic mission to the Mongols. Carpine returns 1247 as first European with account of a Mongolian court
1245 Highlights

About April 16, 1245

Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 779 years, 3 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aries