Deaths on April 28

Luchesius Modestini

Died on April 28, 1260

Luchesius Modestini, founding member of the Third Order of St. Francis

Luchesius Modestini, T.O.S.F. (also Luchesio, Lucchese, Lucesio, Lucio, or Luchesius of Poggibonsi) (c. 1180 - 1260) is honored by tradition within the Franciscan Order as being, along with his wife, Buonadonna de' Segni, the first members of the Franciscan Order of Penance, most commonly referred to as the Third Order of St. Francis. His cultus was approved by the Holy See and he is honored as a Blessed by members of that Order.

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Events on 1260

13 Jul

Battle of Durbe
The Livonian Order suffers its greatest defeat in the 13th century in the Battle of Durbe against the Grand Duchy of Lithuania
3 Sep

Battle of Ain Jalut
The Mamluks defeat the Mongols at the Battle of Ain Jalut in Palestine, marking their first decisive defeat and the point of maximum expansion of the Mongol Empire.
4 Sep

Battle of Montaperti
The Sienese Ghibellines, supported by the forces of Manfred, King of Sicily, defeat the Florentine Guelphs at Montaperti.

Deaths on April 28

Luchesius Modestini

Died on April 28, 1260

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Battle of Durbe

Battle of Ain Jalut

Battle of Montaperti