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Historical Events in 1384

The Pardon of the Hongwu Emperor

Aug 16 Hongwu Emperor of Ming China, Emperor Dong, hears case of couple who tore money bills while fighting over them (equal to act of destroying stamped government documents - law necessitated 100 floggings). Hongwu Emperor decides to pardon them.

  • Oct 16 Jadwiga is crowned King of Poland, despite being a woman