In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, King Pere's body was interred in the royal crypt. This document records the death of Pere the Ceremonious in a manner of certification at the end of a treasury record book. The episode relates a few notable events from the life of King Pere, who reigned from 1336-1387.

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Today's Document:

• Subject: an official record of the death of King Pere the Ceremonious
• Date: January 10, 1387
• Day of the Week: Thursday
• Language: Latin
• Archival Reference Number: ACA RP MR, vol. SG, 652, inside back cover (image 258)
• Link to PARES
• Place: Barcelona
• Recorder: Unnamed treasury official

Music Credits

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