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A: Oxford, England, United Kingdom, B: Paris, Île-de-France, France

Henry II Forbids English Students to Study at Paris, Stimulating Growth of Oxford University

1167
Henry portrayed alongside his mother, Empress Matilda, in a 12th-century manuscript. Gospels of Henry the Lion
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Henry portrayed alongside his mother, Empress Matilda, in a 12th-century manuscript. Gospels of Henry the Lion. Herzog August Bibliothek Wolfenbüttel.  (Cod. Guelf. 105 Noviss. 2°)

 

In 1167 Henry II of England forbade English students to study at the University of Paris, causing the University of Oxford to grow very quickly.

 

Timeline Themes

Education / Scholarship / Reading / Literacy
Social / Political