Hagia Sophia: Byzantine Architectural Marvel (+ 11 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (27 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

The second Hagia Sophia in Constantinople is consecrated. The Spanish Crown issues …

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Berengar I: King of Italy - 887 Election & Turbulent Reign (+ 10 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (26 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

Berengar I is elected as king of Italy by the lords of Lombardy. He is crowned with…

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Reunification of China: Emperor Guangwu's Triumph (+ 8 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (25 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

Forces of Emperor Guangwu of the Eastern Han, under the command of Wu Han, conquer …

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Emperor Xiao Yan Names Heir: Southern Qi Dynasty's Turning Point (+ 8 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (24 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

Chinese emperor Xiao Yan names Xiao Tong his heir designate.[citation needed] Pope …

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Arian Vandal Kingdom Ends Nicene Persecution (+ 13 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (23 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

The Arian Vandal Kingdom ceases its persecution of Nicene Christianity. Chlothar I …

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Vespasian's Rise: Year of Four Emperors (+ 10 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (22 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

Vespasian is proclaimed Emperor of Rome; his predecessor, Vitellius, attempts to ab…

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Vespasian: Restoring Rome's Order & Prosperity (+ 12 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (21 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

The Roman Senate declares Vespasian emperor of Rome, the last in the Year of the Fo…

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Vespasian's Rise: Year of Four Emperors (+ 10 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (20 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

Antonius Primus enters Rome to claim the title of Emperor for Nero's former general…

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Coronation of Henry II: Reign of Power (+ 9 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (19 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

Henry II of England is crowned at Westminster Abbey. Pope Clement III is elected. A…

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Kublai Khan Renames Empire: The Birth of Yuan Dynasty (+ 12 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (18 Dec 2024)

Today's historical events:

Kublai Khan renames his empire "Yuan" (元 yuán), officially marking the start of the…

1 year, 9 months ago

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