Events in Italy During the Year 1111
The year 1111 marked significant occurrences in Italian history, particularly with the passing of notable figures that shaped the political and cultural landscape of the time.
Deaths
- Roger Borsa: The Duke of Apulia and Calabria, whose reign was marked by the consolidation of Norman power in Southern Italy.
- Richard II of Gaeta: A prominent leader from the town of Gaeta, known for his influence in the region during a tumultuous period.
- Berthold of Parma: A notable ecclesiastical figure whose contributions to the Church and society were significant.
- Felicia Cornaro: An influential noblewoman, whose legacy continued to impact Italian nobility.
References
The events and figures of the year 1111 are discussed in various historical texts and studies, including:
- Norwich, John Julius. The Normans in the South 1016-1130. Longmans: London, 1967.
- Norwich, John Julius. The Kingdom in the Sun 1130-1194. Longman: London, 1970.
- Matthew, Donald. The Norman Kingdom of Sicily. Cambridge University Press: 1992.
- Chronology of the ipati, consuls, dukes, princes, kings, and emperors who governed Gaeta from the 9th to the 13th Century.
- The Coins of Gaeta.
- Gregorovius, Ferdinand. Rome in the Middle Ages Vol. IV Part 1. 1905.
- Staley, Edgcumbe. The dogaressas of Venice: The wives of the doges. London: T. W. Laurie.
These sources provide insights into the dynamic events of 1111, underscoring the profound impact of these figures on Italy’s historical narrative.