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Historical Events in 1479

  • Mar 6 Treaty of Alcaçovas: Portugal gives the Canary Islands to Castile in exchange for claims in West Africa

Battle of Guinegate

Aug 7 Battle of Guinegate: Burgundians led by Archduke of Austria Maximilian I defeat the army of King of France Louis XI

  • Sep 4 King Alfonso I of Portugal recognizes Isabella as queen of Castile
  • Dec 12 Jews are expelled from Schlettstadt Alsace by Emperor Frederick III