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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 638. This year saw 1 significant event.

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638 Timeline

  1. Honorius I ends his reign as Catholic Pope; Pope Severinus elected

    Pope Severinus (died 2 August 640) was the bishop of Rome elected in October 638. He was caught up in a power struggle with Byzantine Emperor Heraclius, who pressured him to accept Monothelitism.

Events

Honorius I ends his reign as Catholic Pope; Pope Severinus elected

Pope Severinus (died 2 August 640) was the bishop of Rome elected in October 638. He was caught up in a power struggle with Byzantine Emperor Heraclius, who pressured him to accept Monothelitism.

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What happened in 638?
In 638, there were 1 significant historical event. Notable events include Honorius I ends his reign as Catholic Pope; Pope Severinus elected.

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