Historical Events In 1056

Apr 22   In the year 1056 supernova Crab nebula last seen by the naked eye   

Aug 31   In the year 1056 byzantine Empress Theodora becomes ill, dying suddenly a few days later, without children to succeed the throne, ending the Macedonian dynasty.   

Oct 05   Henry III, RC German King (1039-56), dies on this day in history.   

Oct 05   The Holy Roman Emperor Henry III dies October 5 at age 38 and is succeeded as German king by his son of 5, who will reign until 1106 as Henry IV, with his mother Agnes as regent until 1065 on this day in history.   

Aug 31   Theodora, Byzantine Empress (b. 981) died on this day in history.   

Oct 05   Henry III, RC German King (1039-56), dies on this day in history.