He proclaimed himself emperor and founded the Ming dynasty in 1368. He proclaimed religious freedom and encouraged education. In December 1964, Kenya was officially proclaimed a republic. He was again proclaimed Emperor in exile on 8 April 1989. In 1795, the Batavian Republic was proclaimed. He was also proclaimed an "ordinary hero". In 1977, Felipe was formally proclaimed Prince of Asturias. In 383 Maximus was proclaimed emperor by his troops. In fact, "Tametsi" was never proclaimed worldwide. In 1952, Javier was proclaimed King of Spain, asserting Carlist legitimacy. In 1225, Theodore proclaimed himself emperor. In mid-June 1675, the engagement was officially proclaimed. Olybrius was proclaimed emperor in April 472. In 1174, Saladin proclaimed himself Sultan and conquered the Near East region. Independence was proclaimed on 1 January 1956.