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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 685. This year saw 4 significant events.

7th Century680s

685 Timeline

  1. Cuthbert (later Saint Cuthbert) is consecrated Bishop of Lindisfarne by Archbishop Theodore at York

    Cuthbert () (634 – 20 March 687) was a saint of the early Northumbrian church in the Celtic tradition.

  2. St Benedict II's reign as Catholic Pope ends after 11 months, upon his death

    St Benedict II's reign as Catholic Pope ends after 11 months, upon his death

  3. Battle of Nechtansmere/Dun Nechtain: Picts led by Brude MacBeli beat Northumbrians in Scotland, led by their king Ecgfri

    Battle of Nechtansmere/Dun Nechtain: Picts led by Brude MacBeli beat Northumbrians in Scotland, led by their king Ecgfrith who is killed

  4. John V begins his reign as Catholic Pope

    John V begins his reign as Catholic Pope

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What happened in 685?
In 685, there were 4 significant historical events. Notable events include Cuthbert (later Saint Cuthbert) is consecrated Bishop of Lindisfarne by Archbishop Theodore at York, St Benedict II's reign as Catholic Pope ends after 11 months, upon his death, Battle of Nechtansmere/Dun Nechtain: Picts led by Brude MacBeli beat Northumbrians in Scotland, led by their king Ecgfri.

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