St Sixtus III ends his reign as Catholic Pope
Pope Leo I (Italian: Leone I) (391 – 10 November 461), also known as Leo the Great (Latin: Leo Magnus; Italian: Leone Magno), was Bishop of Rome from 29 September 440 until his death on 10 November...
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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 440. This year saw 2 significant events.
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St Sixtus III ends his reign as Catholic Pope
Pope Leo I (Italian: Leone I) (391 – 10 November 461), also known as Leo the Great (Latin: Leo Magnus; Italian: Leone Magno), was Bishop of Rome from 29 September 440 until his death on 10 November...
Pope Leo I the Great is installed
Pope Leo I the Great is installed
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- What happened in 440?
- In 440, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include St Sixtus III ends his reign as Catholic Pope, Pope Leo I the Great is installed.