Roman Emperor Valentinian III: A Historic Ascension at Age Six (+ 9 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History · Oct 23, 2023 · 8m

A Daily Dose of History (23 Oct 2023)

Today's historical events:

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

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 Ulster attempt to seize control of Dublin Castle, the seat of English rule in Ireland, so as to force concessions.

The Battle of Edgehill is the…