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Jin Huaidi's Succession: Political Intrigues in Jin Dynasty (+ 10 more historical events on this day!)
A Daily Dose of History (08 Jan 2025)
Today's historical events:
Jin Huaidi becomes emperor of China in succession to his father, Jin Huidi, despite a challenge from his uncle, Sima Ying.
François Grimaldi, disguised as a monk, leads his men to capture the fortress protecting the Rock of Monaco, establishing his family as the rulers of Monaco.
The papal bull Romanus Pontifex awards the Kingdom of Portugal exclusive trade and colonization rights to all of Africa south of Cape Bojador.
Louis XII of France marries Anne of Brittany in accordance with a law set by his predecessor, Charles VIII…
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