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Events in 1170 3
1113 – 1170Jaufre RudelOccitan troubadourJaufre Rudel was a 12th-century troubadour prince famous for his concept of amor de lonh, or love from afar. His verses inspired many later poets and composers.
1170Murder of Thomas BecketConflict between church and crownArchbishop Thomas Becket was murdered in Canterbury Cathedral after conflict with Henry II.
1170 – 1230Walther von der VogelweideGerman MinnesängerWalther von der Vogelweide was the greatest Minnesänger of the Middle Ages. His poetry ranged from courtly love songs to political verse and religious themes.