Historical Events
- Flemish friar William of Rubruck sets off to convert the Mongols to Christianity, a mission ordered by French king Louis IX - one of the most famous travel accounts in the Medieval world
1253 Highlights
About May 7, 1253
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 771 years, 2 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
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