Famous Personalities Born In 1278

Apr 17 Michael IX Palaeologus, co-ruling Eastern Roman Emperor (d. 1320) was born in the year 1278.  

Feb 10 Margaret II of Flanders (b. 1202) died on this day in history.  

May 08 Emperor Duanzong of China (b. 1268) died in the year 1278.  

Aug 13 Daikaku, Zen teacher Rinzai line/head of Kenchoji, dies in Japan at 65 on this day in history.  

Aug 26 Ottokar II, King of Bohemia (1253-78), dies in battle on this day in history.