Byzantine Empire - Death of John II Komnenos
Time: Thursday Apr 8, 1143
Place: Cilicia, Byzantine Empire
Details: In 1142, John returned to press his claims to Antioch, but he died in the spring of 1143 following a hunting accident.
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