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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 988. This year saw 2 significant events.

10th Century980s

988 Timeline

  1. Boudouin IV with the Beard becomes earl of Flanders

    Boudouin IV with the Beard becomes earl of Flanders

  2. The city of Dublin is founded on the banks of the river Liffey

    Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland. Situated on Dublin Bay at the mouth of the River Liffey, it is in the province of Leinster, and is bordered on the south by the Dublin Mountains,...

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What happened in 988?
In 988, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Boudouin IV with the Beard becomes earl of Flanders, The city of Dublin is founded on the banks of the river Liffey.

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