1440
| 1440 • The Ming Dynasty government of China begins a decade-long series of issuing harsh edicts towards those who illegally mine silver, the latter known as 'miner bandits' (kuangzei), a trend begun in 1438. The government wants to cap the amount of silver circulating into the market as more grain taxes are converted into silver taxes. The government establishes community night watches known as 'watches and tithings' (baojia) who ensure that illegal mining activities are brought to a halt. However, these are desperate measures, as illegal silver mining continues to thrive as a dangerous but lucrative venture. |
1480
Age: 40y
| 1480 • An Ottoman army lands near Otranto, Italy. Pope Sixtus IV calls for a crusade to drive it away. |
1482
Age: 42y
birth of childCharles Du Bois I France ⇓ 2 Sources ⇓ |