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Year in History

Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 953. This year saw 2 significant events.

10th Century950s

953 Timeline

  1. Otto I the Great grants Utrecht fishing rights

    Otto I the Great grants Utrecht fishing rights

  2. Ratherius becomes Bishop of Liège

    Ratherius becomes Bishop of Liège

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What happened in 953?
In 953, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Otto I the Great grants Utrecht fishing rights, Ratherius becomes Bishop of Liège.

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