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Jaffa Treaty: End of Third Crusade (+ 8 more historical events on this day!)
A Daily Dose of History (02 Sep 2026)
Today's historical events:
The Treaty of Jaffa is signed between Richard I of England and Saladin, leading to the end of the Third Crusade.
Entry of Mary, Queen of Scots into Edinburgh, a spectacular civic celebration for the Queen of Scotland, marred by religious controversy.
The Italian city of Castro is completely destroyed by the forces of Pope Innocent X, ending the Wars of Castro.
The Great Fire of London breaks out and burns for three days, destroying 10,000 buildings, including Old St Paul's Cathedral.
Great Britain, along with its overseas…
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