Historical eventFebruary 6590

Vistahm

Vistahm and Vinduyih deposed their brother-in-law Hormizd IV, King of Kings of the Sasanian Empire.

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When
Monday, February 6 5901436 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
6th century · 590s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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At a glance

Dates: From 590.

What happened

Vistahm and Vinduyih deposed their brother-in-law Hormizd IV, King of Kings of the Sasanian Empire.

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When did Vistahm happen?

February 6 590 — 1436 years ago, on a Monday.

Is this a Julian or a Gregorian date?

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