Deaths on April 5

William Melton, English archbishop

William Melton (died 5 April 1340) was the 43rd Archbishop of York (1317–1340).

1 Apr

Gerhard III, Count of Holstein-Rendsburg
Niels Ebbesen kills Gerhard III, Count of Holstein-Rendsburg in his bedroom, ending the 1332-1340 interregnum in Denmark.
24 Jun

Battle of Sluys
Hundred Years' War: Battle of Sluys: The French fleet is almost completely destroyed by the English fleet commanded in person by King Edward III.
30 Oct

Battle of Río Salado
Portuguese and Castilian forces halt a Marinid invasion at the Battle of Río Salado.