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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 235. This year saw 3 significant events.

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235 Timeline

  1. Pope Pontian becomes the first pope to abdicate from the role for St. Anterus

    Pope Pontian becomes the first pope to abdicate from the role for St. Anterus

  2. St. Pontianus ends his reign as Catholic Pope

    Pope Pontian (Latin: Pontianus; died October 235) was the bishop of Rome from 21 July 230 to 28 September 235.

  3. St Anterus begins his reign as Catholic Pope, will only rule for 40 days

    St Anterus begins his reign as Catholic Pope, will only rule for 40 days

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What happened in 235?
In 235, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Pope Pontian becomes the first pope to abdicate from the role for St. Anterus, St. Pontianus ends his reign as Catholic Pope, St Anterus begins his reign as Catholic Pope, will only rule for 40 days.

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