Historical Events in 1279
6 curated events dated to this year, and 2 musicalized poets on V2Melody were alive then.
18,583 historical events · 671 poets with dates
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Establishment of the Yuan Dynasty
The Yuan Dynasty was officially established in 1279 when Kublai Khan declared himself emperor after defeating the Southern Song Dynasty. Th…
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Completion of the Great Wall of China
In 1279, the construction of the Great Wall of China was completed under the Yuan Dynasty, primarily in the northern regions of China. This…
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The First Recorded Use of Paper Money in China
In 1279, the Yuan Dynasty began the widespread use of paper money, a significant innovation in the Chinese economy. This development facili…
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The Rise of Chivalric Literature
In 1279, chivalric literature was becoming increasingly popular in Europe, celebrating the ideals of knighthood and courtly love. This genr…
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1279-1280 Yellow River Flood
The Yellow River flood of 1279-1280 was one of the most devastating natural disasters in Chinese history, occurring during the Mongol rule.…
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The Introduction of the Astrolabe in Europe
By 1279, the astrolabe, an ancient astronomical instrument, was introduced to Europe from the Islamic world. This device allowed for the me…
Poets in 1279
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