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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 845. This year saw 2 significant events.

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  1. Paris is sacked by Viking raiders, probably under Ragnar Lodbrok, who collects a huge ransom in exchange for leaving

    Paris is sacked by Viking raiders, probably under Ragnar Lodbrok, who collects a huge ransom in exchange for leaving

  2. First King of all Brittany, Nominoe defeats Frankish King Charles the Bald at the Battle of Ballon, near Redon

    Nominoe or Nomenoe (French: Nominoë; Breton: Nevenoe; b. c 800, d. 7 March 851) was the first Duke of Brittany from 846 to his death.

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What happened in 845?
In 845, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Paris is sacked by Viking raiders, probably under Ragnar Lodbrok, who collects a huge ransom in exchange for leaving, First King of all Brittany, Nominoe defeats Frankish King Charles the Bald at the Battle of Ballon, near Redon.

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