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1162| 1100–1532 | South America [administration] | The Inca empire dominates the Andes region of South America. Its population numbers as many as 12 million. Incan society is based on a strict hierarchy, with an emperor who rules with absolute power. Their religion is based on sun-worship, and they are skilled builders who create a system of roads and irrigation. | | 1112–1167 | Pagan [political events] | During the reign of King Alaungsithu, the Burmese kingdom of Pagan reaches the peak of its political and cultural influence. | | 1162 | Norway [wars] | King Haakon II of Norway is defeated and murdered by the jarl (earl) Erling, whose son Magnus VI succeeds as king. | | 1162 | Sweden [administration] | Charles VII, nephew of the former king Sverker I, succeeds as king of Sweden. | | 14 January 1162 | Hungary [administration] | King Ladislas II of Hungary dies; he is succeeded by his brother, Stephen IV. |
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