Historical eventJune 16632

Sasanian Empire

The final king of the Sasanian Empire of Iran, Yazdegerd III, ascended the throne at the age of eight.

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When
Tuesday, June 16 6321394 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
7th century · 630s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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At a glance

Dates: From 632.

What happened

The final king of the Sasanian Empire of Iran, Yazdegerd III, ascended the throne at the age of eight.

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When did Sasanian Empire happen?

June 16 632 — 1394 years ago, on a Tuesday.

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