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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 891. This year saw 3 significant events.

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  1. Northmen defeated near Louvaine, France

    Northmen defeated near Louvaine, France

  2. Stephen V's reign as Catholic Pope end with his death, succeeded a few weeks later by Pope Formosus

    Stephen V's reign as Catholic Pope end with his death, succeeded a few weeks later by Pope Formosus

  3. Formosus begins his reign as Catholic Pope

    Pope Formosus (816 – 896) was the pope and ruler of the Papal States from 6 October 891 until his death on 4 April 896.

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What happened in 891?
In 891, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Northmen defeated near Louvaine, France, Stephen V's reign as Catholic Pope end with his death, succeeded a few weeks later by Pope Formosus, Formosus begins his reign as Catholic Pope.

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