The Historian's Notebook

May 14, 1387


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In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan ordered the bailiff of Lleida to help resolve a financial dispute for one of Violant's house troubadours.

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Today's Document:

  • Subject: a Jewish troubadour’s financial dispute with a member of the Jewish aljama in Lleida
  • Date: May 14, 1387
  • Day of the Week: Tuesday
  • Language: Latin
  • Archival Reference Number: ACA CR R1827 f130r
  • Link to PARES
  • Place: Barcelona
  • Sender: Joan
  • Recipient: Bailiff of Lleida

Music Credits

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