Attila the Hun's Siege of Metz: A Brutal Conquest (+ 13 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History · Apr 7, 2026 · 9m

A Daily Dose of History (07 Apr 2026)

Today's historical events:

Attila the Hun captures Metz in France, killing most of its inhabitants and burning most of the town.

First Corpus Juris Civilis, a fundamental work in jurisprudence, is issued by Eastern Roman Emperor Justinian I.

Empress Matilda becomes the first female ruler of England, adopting the title 'Lady of the English'.

Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV charters Prague University.

Felix V abdicates his claim to the papacy, ending the reign of the final Antipope.

Ferdinand Magellan arrives at Cebu.

Francis Xavier leaves Lisbon on a mission…