What happened in 1138

2 entries recorded for 1138, listed by date. That was 888 years ago.

1138 at a glance

Years ago
888 (as of 2026)
Century
12th century
Decade
1130s
Generation born
Before the named generations
Entries here
2
Breakdown
2 historical events

May

  • May 21

    Crusades

    Historical event

    The Crusades: The siege of Shaizar ended, and the Emir of Shaizar became a vassal of the Byzantine Empire.

November

  • November 5

    Lý Anh Tông

    Historical event

    Lý Anh Tông was enthroned as the emperor of Đại Việt at the age of two, beginning a 37-year reign.

Questions about 1138

What happened in 1138?

This site records 2 entries for 1138, including Crusades on May 21. They are listed below by date.

How long ago was 1138?

888 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 1138 turns 888 this year.

Which century is 1138 in?

1138 falls in the 12th century, in the 1130s.

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