April 1 in History

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Emperor Go-Saga of Japan was born in 1220, while Jesus of Nazareth, (Gregorian Calendar Date) died in 33.

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Born on April 1
- 1220 — Emperor Go-Saga of Japan (died 1272)
- 1282 — Louis IV, Holy Roman Emperor (died 1347)
- 1328 — Blanche of France, Duchess of Orléans (died 1382)
Died on April 1
- 33 — Jesus of Nazareth, (Gregorian Calendar Date)
- 996 — John XV, pope of the Catholic Church
- 1085 — Shen Zong, Chinese emperor (born 1048)
Source: Wikipedia historical listings for April 1
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