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Year in History

Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 959. This year saw 2 significant events.

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959 Timeline

  1. Erachus becomes Bishop of Liège

    Erachus becomes Bishop of Liège

  2. Edgar I, the Peaceful, becomes king of all England

    Edgar (or Eadgar; c. 944 – 8 July 975), also known as Edgar the Peacemaker, the Peaceful and the Peaceable, was King of the English from 959 until his death in 975.

Events

Erachus becomes Bishop of Liège

Erachus becomes Bishop of Liège

Edgar I, the Peaceful, becomes king of all England

Edgar (or Eadgar; c. 944 – 8 July 975), also known as Edgar the Peacemaker, the Peaceful and the Peaceable, was King of the English from 959 until his death in 975.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in 959?
In 959, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Erachus becomes Bishop of Liège, Edgar I, the Peaceful, becomes king of all England.

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