What Happened In History Year 1440

Historical Events for the Year 1440

• 21st February » The Prussian Confederation is formed.
• 9th April » Christopher of Bavaria is appointed King of Denmark.
• 15th September » Gilles de Rais, one of the earliest known serial killers, is taken into custody upon an accusation brought against him by the Bishop of Nantes.

Famous Birthdays in 1440

• 22nd January » Ivan III of Russia (d. 1505)
• 22nd February » Ladislaus the Posthumous, son of Albert II of Germany (d. 1457)

Famous Deaths in History for 1440

• 9th March » Frances of Rome, Italian nun and saint (b. 1384)
• 30th September » Reginald Grey, 3rd Baron Grey de Ruthyn, Welsh soldier and politician (b. 1362)
• 26th October » Gilles de Rais, French knight (b. 1404)

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