Pope Pontian's Resignation & Exile: Early Christian Persecution (+ 9 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History · Sep 28, 2024 · 8m

A Daily Dose of History (28 Sep 2024)

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.

Roman usurper Procopius bribes two legions passing by Constantinople, and proclaims himself emperor.

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…