1121-1212

  • Feb 6, 1145

    Pope Eugene III issues the bull Quantum praedecssores, calling for the Second Crusade

  • Feb 6, 1155

    Frederick I Barbarossa is crowned Holy Roman Emperor

  • Feb 6, 1163

    The Almohads finish driving the Normans out of North Africa

  • Feb 6, 1177

    Pope Alexander III sends a letter to Prester John, believing he is real

  • Feb 6, 1183

    Saladin conquers Syria and becomes sultan.

  • Feb 6, 1193

    Pope Celestine III calls for a crusade against pagans in Northern Europe