February 26 in History
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Wenceslaus IV of Bohemia was born in 1361, while Porphyry of Gaza, Greek bishop and saint died in 420.
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Born on February 26
- 1361 — Wenceslaus IV of Bohemia (died 1419)
- 1416 — Christopher of Bavaria (died 1448)
- 1564 — Christopher Marlowe, English playwright, poet and translator (died 1593)
Died on February 26
- 420 — Porphyry of Gaza, Greek bishop and saint (born 347)
- 943 — Muirchertach mac Néill, King of Ailech (Ireland)
- 1154 — Roger II of Sicily (born 1095)
Source: Wikipedia historical listings for February 26
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