1187Dec, 19
Pope Clement III is elected.
Pope Clement III (Latin: Clemens III; 1130 – 20 March 1191), born Paulino (or Paolo) Scolari, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 19 December 1187 to his death.
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Events on 1187
- 4Jul
Battle of Hattin
The Crusades: Battle of Hattin: Saladin defeats Guy of Lusignan, King of Jerusalem. - 20Sep
Siege of Jerusalem (1187)
Saladin begins the Siege of Jerusalem.