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This Day In Ancient and Roman History

Modern Date:
April 2nd
Roman Date:
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Interesting Notes:
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Major Happenings:
  • On this day in 68 AD the Emperor Galba was declared Imperator by his legion.  He then made a quick retreat away from Nero's forces.
  • On this day in 742, Charlemagne, King of the Franks from AD 768-814, first Holy Roman Emperor, from AD 800-814, was born.
  • On this day in 999 AD, Sylvester II was elected pope.  He was the first French pope, and was said to have played a major role in popularizing Arabic numerals in the West.
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