Pope John I: Unity Amid Turmoil (+ 13 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History · Aug 13, 2026 · 10m

A Daily Dose of History (13 Aug 2026)

Today's historical events:

John I becomes the new Pope after the death of Pope Hormisdas.

Emperor Justinian I rewards Liberius for his service in the Pragmatic Sanction, granting him extensive estates in Italy.

Maurice becomes Emperor of the Byzantine Empire.

Count Reginar I of Hainault rises against Zwentibold of Lotharingia and slays him near present-day Susteren.

Raniero is elected as Pope Paschal II.

The Treaty of Noyon between France and Spain is signed. Francis I of France recognizes Charles's claim to Naples, and Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor…