April 16, 1387

The Historian's Notebook by Jonathan Seyfried
S1 · E113
Apr 16, 2026
24:48

Episode notes

In the Crown of Aragon, 639 years ago, Joan wrote to the governor of Ibiza to wait for reinforcements and not abandon the island.

Read more about this document on the episode page on Jonathan's website, https://jonathanseyfried.net/historians-notebook-s1-episodes/e113-apr16

Today's Document:

  • Subject: fears of attack on Ibiza by ‘Barbary’ forces
  • Date: April 16, 1387
  • Day of the Week: Tuesday
  • Language: Catalan
  • Archival Reference Number: ACA CR R1751 f44v
  • Link to PARES
  • Place: Barcelona
  • Sender: Joan
  • Recipient: Orimano de Campartells, Governor of Ibiza

Music Credits

The music in this episode is from The Troubadour Dance Instrumental by Melody Ayers-Griffiths

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