History Trivia - Roman Emperor Julian attacks the Sassanid (Persian) Empire

March 5

363 Roman Emperor Julian attacked the Sassanid (Persian) Empire with an army of 90,000in a campaign which would bring about his own death.

493 the German barbarian leader Odovacar (Odocacer), who had ended the Western Roman Empire in 476, was executed at age 59 by the Ostrogoths.

1461 Henry VI was deposed by Duke of York during the War of the Roses.
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Published on March 05, 2015 02:00
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message 1: by Nola (new)

Nola Arganbright There have been so many name changes of the areas through the years that it makes me realize the importance of geography and knowing the areas. Thank you for your work on keeping history interesting.


message 2: by MaryAnn (new)

MaryAnn Bernal You're most welcome, Nola. Glad you enjoy history as much as I do.


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