In the year 1459, significant events unfolded in various parts of the world. One notable occurrence was the ongoing conflict in England known as the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars for control of the English throne. This year saw the rise of tensions between the House of Lancaster and the House of York. Additionally, 1459 marked the establishment of the University of Leipzig in Germany, which became an important center for education and scholarship in Europe. This institution contributed to the spread of knowledge during the Renaissance, a period of renewed interest in art, science, and culture.