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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 965. This year saw 1 significant event.

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965 Timeline

  1. John XIII Crescentii is elected to succeed Pope Leo VIII

    Pope John XIII (Latin: Ioannes XIII; ca. 930 – 6 September 972) was the bishop of Rome and ruler of the Papal States from 1 October 965 to his death.

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What happened in 965?
In 965, there were 1 significant historical event. Notable events include John XIII Crescentii is elected to succeed Pope Leo VIII.

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