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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 649. This year saw 4 significant events.

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649 Timeline

  1. Theodore I's reign as Catholic Pope ends with his death

    Theodore I's reign as Catholic Pope ends with his death

  2. Pope Martinus I elected to succeed Theodore I

    Pope Martin I (Latin: Martinus I, Greek: Πάπας Μαρτῖνος; between 590 and 600 – 16 September 655), also known as Martin the Confessor, was the bishop of Rome from 21 July 649 to his death 16 September...

  3. St Martin I begins his reign as Catholic Pope

    St Martin I begins his reign as Catholic Pope

  4. Pope Martin I is chosen as the successor of Theodore I

    Pope Martin I (Latin: Martinus I, Greek: Πάπας Μαρτῖνος; between 590 and 600 – 16 September 655), also known as Martin the Confessor, was the bishop of Rome from 21 July 649 to his death 16 September...

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What happened in 649?
In 649, there were 4 significant historical events. Notable events include Theodore I's reign as Catholic Pope ends with his death, Pope Martinus I elected to succeed Theodore I, St Martin I begins his reign as Catholic Pope.

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