What Happened on June 10, 1190

Historical Events

Drowning of an Emperor

Third Crusade: Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa drowns while crossing the Saleph River (modern Turkey) leading an army to Jerusalem

Famous Deaths

Frederick Barbarossa (1122-1190)

King of Germany and King of Burgundy (1152-90), King of Italy and Holy Roman Emperor (1155-90), drowns at 67

List of Years

About June 10, 1190

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 833 years, 3 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Gemini