Vetranio's Bold Caesar Declaration in Roman Empire (+ 9 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History · Mar 1, 2026 · 7m

A Daily Dose of History (01 Mar 2026)

Today's historical events:

Vetranio proclaims himself Caesar after being encouraged to do so by Constantina, sister of Constantius II.

Emperor Louis the Pious is restored as sole ruler of the Frankish Empire.

Forces of the Catholic Monarchs engage the combined Portuguese-Castilian armies of Afonso V and Prince John at the Battle of Toro.

Sixty-three Huguenots are massacred in Wassy, France, marking the start of the French Wars of Religion.

Writs issued in February by Charles I of England mandate that every county in England (not just seaport towns) pay…