On April 23, history records 37 notable events, 207 famous births and 110 deaths, spanning the years 599 to 1655.
Events on this day include: Maya king Uneh Chan of Calakmul attacks rival city-state Palenque in southern Mexico, defeating queen Yohl Ik'nal and sacking the city. (599); Dagobert III is crowned King of the Franks. (711).
Notable people born on April 23 include Malcolm IV of Scotland (1141), Afonso II of Portugal (1185), John de Vere, 12th Earl of Oxford (1408).
Notable figures who died on this day include Saint George (303), Childebert III (711), Wihtred of Kent (725).
Events on 23 April 37
See all →Maya king Uneh Chan of Calakmul attacks rival city-state Palenque in southern Mexico, defeating queen Yohl Ik'nal and sacking the city.
Battle of Clontarf: High King of Ireland Brian Boru defeats Viking invaders, but is killed in battle.
The founding of the Order of the Garter by King Edward III is announced on St. George's Day.
The Bayerische Reinheitsgebot (regarding the ingredients of beer) is signed in Ingolstadt.
The first public school in the United States, Boston Latin School, is founded in Boston.
The Siege of Santo Domingo begins during the Anglo-Spanish War, and fails seven days later.
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Birthdays on 23 April 207
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Deaths on 23 April 110
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