Historical eventJune 7879

Pope John VIII

Pope John VIII officially recognised Croatia as an independent state, and Branimir as its duke.

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When
Sunday, June 7 8791147 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
9th century · 870s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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At a glance

Dates: From 879.

Type: human.

What happened

Pope John VIII officially recognised Croatia as an independent state, and Branimir as its duke.

June 7 through the years

Other entries on the same calendar day, in order.

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  10. 2000United Nations
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When did Pope John VIII happen?

June 7 879 — 1147 years ago, on a Sunday.

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