Theodosius II's Marriage to Eudocia: Byzantine Unity (+ 9 more historical events on this day!)

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

A Daily Dose of History (07 Jun 2026)

Today's historical events:

Emperor Theodosius II marries Aelia Eudocia at Constantinople (Byzantine Empire).

Pope John VIII recognizes the Duchy of Croatia under Duke Branimir as an independent state.

Henry II, a cousin of Emperor Otto III, is elected and crowned King of Germany.

First Crusade: The Siege of Jerusalem begins.

Troops of the Republic of Venice capture Udine, ending the independence of the Patria del Friuli.

Spain and Portugal sign the Treaty of Tordesillas which divides the New World between the two countries.

The Petition of Right, a major…