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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 535. This year saw 3 significant events.

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535 Timeline

  1. John II's reign as Catholic Pope ends, upon his death

    Pope Agapetus I (489/490 – 22 April 536) was the bishop of Rome from 13 May 535 to his death on 22 April 536.

  2. St Agapitus I begins his reign as Catholic Pope

    St Agapitus I begins his reign as Catholic Pope

  3. Byzantine General Belisarius completes the conquest of Sicily, defeating Ostrogothic garrison of Syracuse, and ending hi

    Byzantine General Belisarius completes the conquest of Sicily, defeating Ostrogothic garrison of Syracuse, and ending his consulship for the year

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What happened in 535?
In 535, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include John II's reign as Catholic Pope ends, upon his death, St Agapitus I begins his reign as Catholic Pope, Byzantine General Belisarius completes the conquest of Sicily, defeating Ostrogothic garrison of Syracuse, and ending hi.

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