Pope Pontian's Resignation: A Turning Point in Church History (+ 11 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History · Sep 28, 2023 · 10m

A Daily Dose of History (28 Sep 2023)

Today's historical events:

Pope Pontian resigns. He is exiled to the mines of Sardinia, along with Hippolytus of Rome.

Constantius II defeats the usurper Magnentius.

Duke Wenceslaus I of Bohemia is murdered by a group of nobles led by his brother Boleslaus I, who succeeds him.

Boleslaus II, Duke of Bohemia, kills most members of the rival Slavník dynasty.

William the Conqueror lands in England, beginning the Norman conquest.

King Henry I of England defeats his brother Robert Curthose at the Battle of Tinchebray.

King James I of Aragon conquers Valencia…