On June 7, history records 48 notable events, 147 famous births and 85 deaths, spanning the years 421 to 1788.
Events on this day include: Emperor Theodosius II marries Aelia Eudocia. The wedding was celebrated at Constantinople (Byzantine Empire). (421); Pope John VIII recognizes the Duchy of Croatia under duke Branimir as an independent state. (879).
Notable people born on June 7 include Emperor Taizong of Song (939), Emperor Jingzong of Western Xia (1003), Emperor Huizong of Song (1082).
Notable figures who died on this day include Pope Vigilius (555), Al-Muntasir (862), Ælfthryth, Countess of Flanders (929).
Events on 7 June 48
See all →Emperor Theodosius II marries Aelia Eudocia. The wedding was celebrated at Constantinople (Byzantine Empire).
Pope John VIII recognizes the Duchy of Croatia under duke Branimir as an independent state.
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 English constitutional document, is granted the Royal Assent by Charles I and becomes law.
Port Royal, Jamaica, is hit by a catastrophic earthquake; in just three minutes, 1,600 people are killed and 3,000 are seriously injured.
Richard Henry Lee presents the "Lee Resolution" to the Continental Congress. The motion is seconded by John Adams and will lead to the United States Declaration of Independence.
French Revolution: Day of the Tiles: Civilians in Grenoble toss roof tiles and various objects down upon royal troops.
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Birthdays on 7 June 147
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Deaths on 7 June 85
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