Historical Events
- Empire of Trebizond surrenders to forces of Sultan Mehmet II - last Byzantine Empire remnant to fall. Emperor David exiled and later murdered.
Royal Coronation
Louis XI is crowned King of France at Reims cathedral after the death of his father Charles VII
1461 Highlights
About August 15, 1461
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 560 years, 9 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
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