The Historian's Notebook

April 19, 1387


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In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan told the Count of Empúries to stop letting pirates load up supplies in the ports of Roses and Cadaqués.

Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e116-apr19

Today's Document:

  • Subject: the threat of pirate ships getting outfitted in nearby ports in Empuries
  • Date: April 19, 1387
  • Day of the Week: Friday
  • Language: Latin
  • Archival Reference Number: ACA CR R1825 f121r
  • Link to PARES
  • Place: Barcelona
  • Sender: Joan
  • Recipient: Count of Empúries

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The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths

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The Historian's NotebookBy Jonathan Seyfried