List of 1266 Major News Events in History, Most Important Historical Events in 1266
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| February 26, 1266 | Battle of Benevento: An army led by Charles, Count of Anjou, defeats a combined German and Sicilian force led by Manfred, King of Sicily. Manfred is killed in the battle and Pope Clement IV invests Charles as king of Sicily and Naples. |
| June 23, 1266 | War of Saint Sabas: In the Battle of Trapani, the Venetians defeat a larger Genoese fleet, capturing all its ships. |