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The Year 1370

The year 1370 was a pivotal era that spanned between January 1, 1370 and December 31, 1379 according to the Gregorian calendar. It marked the beginning of the 14th century in Europe and Asia, amidst significant events, births, deaths, and literary works.

In Europe, the Hundred Years' War continued with various battles taking place throughout the year. The English led by Edward the Black Prince reclaimed the city of Limoges from the French by storm on September 19, effectively ending the Limoges enamel industry. Meanwhile, in Scotland, Robert II succeeded his uncle David II as the first Stuart king after his death.

In Asia, Timur became the first Emir of the Timurid Empire following the Siege of Balkh, establishing his rule over Central Asia and parts of Persia. The Treaty of Stralsund ended the war between Denmark and the Hanseatic League. In Japan, Emperor Go-En'yu succeeded Emperor Gokgon, becoming the 5th and last Emperor of the Northern Kingdom.

In Europe, Pope Gregory XI succeeded Pope Urban V on December 20, while in Asia, the Battle of Baesweiler took place in Brabant. The year also saw significant events such as the deposition of Trần Nghệ Tông as emperor of Đại Việt by his rival Dương Nhật Lễ and the death of Philip of Anjou, Titular Emperor of Capet-Anjou family.

Notable births during this period include Francesco Foscari, Chen Zhen, Al-Mahdi Ahmad ibn Yahya, Robert Campin, Ali bin Ahmed al-Mahami, Joanna II, Queen of Naples, John I of Cyprus, Adolf I, Count of Cleves, Joan Sophia of Bavaria, Ibn Hajar al-Asqalani, and Khalid al-Marzouqi.

The year also saw the deaths of notable individuals such as David II of Scotland, Son of Qadi al-Jabal, Abu al-Baqaa Khaled an-Nasir II, Jean de Vienne, Ibn as-Satir, Ibrahim Yahya al-Hadawi, Muhammad Tahranian al-Askari, Bridget of Sweden, Taj al-Din al-Subki, and Ivan Alexander.

In literary circles, Al-Mawardi's book on the history of the world was written by Ahmad Muhammad Awf in 2002.