Historical eventOctober 131307

Philip IV of France

Agents of King Philip IV of France launched a raid on the Knights Templar at dawn, arresting many members, subsequently torturing them into giving false confessions and burning them at the stake.

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When
Friday, October 13 1307719 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
14th century · 1300s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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Dates: From 1307.

What happened

Agents of King Philip IV of France launched a raid on the Knights Templar at dawn, arresting many members, subsequently torturing them into giving false confessions and burning them at the stake.

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When did Philip IV of France happen?

October 13 1307 — 719 years ago, on a Friday.

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