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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 438. This year saw 2 significant events.

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  1. The Theodosian Code of Roman laws proclaimed in the Eastern Empire (first law reforms since 295)

    The Theodosian Code of Roman laws proclaimed in the Eastern Empire (first law reforms since 295)

  2. Theodosian Code of Roman laws is proclaimed in the Western Empire (first law reforms since 295)

    Theodosian Code of Roman laws is proclaimed in the Western Empire (first law reforms since 295)

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What happened in 438?
In 438, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include The Theodosian Code of Roman laws proclaimed in the Eastern Empire (first law reforms since 295), Theodosian Code of Roman laws is proclaimed in the Western Empire (first law reforms since 295).

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