What happened in 1356
4 entries recorded for 1356, listed by date. That was 670 years ago.
1356 at a glance
- Years ago
- 670 (as of 2026)
- Century
- 14th century
- Decade
- 1350s
- Generation born
- Before the named generations
- Entries here
- 4
- Breakdown
- 4 historical events
January
- January 20
Edward Balliol
Edward Balliol, whose father John was briefly King of Scotland, gave up his claim to the throne in exchange for an English pension.
August
- August 4
Hundred Years' War
Hundred Years' War: A large-scale mounted raid by Anglo-Gascon forces began under the command of Edward the Black Prince.
September
- September 19
Hundred Years' War
Hundred Years' War: English forces led by Edward the Black Prince decisively won the Battle of Poitiers and captured John II of France.
October
- October 18
1356 Basel earthquake
The most significant earthquake to have occurred in Central Europe in recorded history destroyed Basel, Switzerland.
Questions about 1356
What happened in 1356?
This site records 4 entries for 1356, including Edward Balliol on January 20. They are listed below by date.
How long ago was 1356?
670 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 1356 turns 670 this year.
Which century is 1356 in?
1356 falls in the 14th century, in the 1350s.
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