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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 715. This year saw 3 significant events.

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715 Timeline

  1. Catholic Pope Constantine dies after seven years in office

    Catholic Pope Constantine dies after seven years in office

  2. St Gregory II begins his reign as Catholic Pope

    St Gregory II begins his reign as Catholic Pope

  3. Ragenfrid defeats Theudoald at the Battle of Compiègne

    Theudoald (or Theodald; c. 708 – 741) was the Frankish mayor of the palace, briefly unopposed in 714 after the death of his grandfather, Pepin of Herstal.

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What happened in 715?
In 715, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Catholic Pope Constantine dies after seven years in office, St Gregory II begins his reign as Catholic Pope, Ragenfrid defeats Theudoald at the Battle of Compiègne.

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