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Year in History

Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 491. This year saw 2 significant events.

5th Century490s

491 Timeline

  1. New Byzantine Emperor Anastasius I Dicorus marries Ariadne, widow of previous Emperor Zeno and daughter of Leo I

    New Byzantine Emperor Anastasius I Dicorus marries Ariadne, widow of previous Emperor Zeno and daughter of Leo I

  2. Flavius Anastasius becomes Byzantine Emperor, as Anastasius I - often called the first Byzantine Emperor

    Flavius Anastasius becomes Byzantine Emperor, as Anastasius I - often called the first Byzantine Emperor

Events

New Byzantine Emperor Anastasius I Dicorus marries Ariadne, widow of previous Emperor Zeno and daughter of Leo I

New Byzantine Emperor Anastasius I Dicorus marries Ariadne, widow of previous Emperor Zeno and daughter of Leo I

Flavius Anastasius becomes Byzantine Emperor, as Anastasius I - often called the first Byzantine Emperor

Flavius Anastasius becomes Byzantine Emperor, as Anastasius I - often called the first Byzantine Emperor

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in 491?
In 491, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include New Byzantine Emperor Anastasius I Dicorus marries Ariadne, widow of previous Emperor Zeno and daughter of Leo I, Flavius Anastasius becomes Byzantine Emperor, as Anastasius I - often called the first Byzantine Emperor.

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