Valentinian III: Child Emperor & Roman Decline (+ 13 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History (23 Oct 2024)

Today's historical events:

Valentinian III is elevated as Roman emperor at the age of six.

The Synodus Palmaris, called by Gothic king Theoderic, absolves Pope Symmachus of all charges, thus ending the schism of Antipope Laurentius.

Spanish Reconquista: At the Battle of Sagrajas, the Almoravids defeats the Castilians, but are unable to take advantage of their victory.

The Battle of Grathe Heath ends the Danish Civil War.

The first treaty forming the Auld Alliance between Scotland and France against England is signed in Paris.

Irish Catholic gentry from…

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