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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 738. This year saw 3 significant events.

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738 Timeline

  1. Commemoration of a new ceremonial ballcourt at the significant Maya city of Copán under reign of one of its most importa

    Commemoration of a new ceremonial ballcourt at the significant Maya city of Copán under reign of one of its most important rulers 18 Rabbit (modern Honduras)

  2. Maya ruler 18 Rabbit of Copán is captured and beheaded by his former vassal Cauac Sky ruler of the nearby city of Quirig

    Maya ruler 18 Rabbit of Copán is captured and beheaded by his former vassal Cauac Sky ruler of the nearby city of Quiriguá

  3. Smoke Monkey ascends to the throne of the Maya city of Copán, after the capture and killing of his predecessor 18 Rabbit

    Smoke Monkey ascends to the throne of the Maya city of Copán, after the capture and killing of his predecessor 18 Rabbit by rival city Quirigua

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What happened in 738?
In 738, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Commemoration of a new ceremonial ballcourt at the significant Maya city of Copán under reign of one of its most importa, Maya ruler 18 Rabbit of Copán is captured and beheaded by his former vassal Cauac Sky ruler of the nearby city of Quirig, Smoke Monkey ascends to the throne of the Maya city of Copán, after the capture and killing of his predecessor 18 Rabbit.

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