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Year in History

Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 657. This year saw 3 significant events.

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657 Timeline

  1. Battle of Siffin occurs during the first Muslim civil war between Ali ibn Abi Talib and Muawiyah I beside the Euphrates

    Battle of Siffin occurs during the first Muslim civil war between Ali ibn Abi Talib and Muawiyah I beside the Euphrates River

  2. St Eugene I ends his reign as Catholic Pope

    St Eugene I ends his reign as Catholic Pope

  3. St Vitalian begins his reign as Catholic Pope succeeding Eugene I

    St Vitalian begins his reign as Catholic Pope succeeding Eugene I

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What happened in 657?
In 657, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Battle of Siffin occurs during the first Muslim civil war between Ali ibn Abi Talib and Muawiyah I beside the Euphrates , St Eugene I ends his reign as Catholic Pope, St Vitalian begins his reign as Catholic Pope succeeding Eugene I.

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