may 18, 1302 - Bruges Matins
Description:
The Matins of Bruges was the nocturnal massacre of the French garrison in Bruges on 18 May 1302 by the members of the local Flemish militia. It has been named "Matins" (after a monastic liturgy) in analogy to the Sicilian Vespers of 1282. The revolt led to the Battle of the Golden Spurs, which saw the Flemish militia defeat French troops on 11 July 1302.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 18, 1302
Now
~ 723 years ago