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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 378. This year saw 2 significant events.

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378 Timeline

  1. Battle of Adrianople: Gothic rebel army defeats Roman forces under Emperor Valens, who is killed

    The Battle of Adrianople, also known as Battle of Hadrianopolis, was fought between the Eastern Roman army led by the Roman emperor Valens and Gothic rebels (largely Thervings as well as Greutungs,...

  2. Teotihuacan General Siyaj K'ak', conquers the important Mayan city Tikal and deposes its ruler

    Teotihuacan General Siyaj K'ak', conquers the important Mayan city Tikal and deposes its ruler

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What happened in 378?
In 378, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Battle of Adrianople: Gothic rebel army defeats Roman forces under Emperor Valens, who is killed, Teotihuacan General Siyaj K'ak', conquers the important Mayan city Tikal and deposes its ruler.

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