1008 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 10th century – 11th century – 12th century |
| Decades: | 970s 980s 990s – 1000s – 1010s 1020s 1030s |
| Years: | 1005 1006 1007 – 1008 – 1009 1010 1011 |
1008 was a special year that happened a long time ago. People back then used a way to keep track of days called the Julian calendar. This year was the eighth year of the 2nd millennium (which is the period from the year 1001 to 2000) and the 11th century (the years from 1001 to 1100).
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Important Events of 1008
Royal Baptisms
In 1008, Olof, who was the king of Sweden, became a Christian. He was baptized by a holy person named saint Sigfrid. Baptism is a special ceremony where someone becomes part of the Christian faith.
New Missions and Explorations
Efforts in Prussia
A person named Bruno of Querfurt and some others tried to start a special journey called a "mission." Their goal was to share their beliefs with the Prussians. The Prussians were a group of people living in an area that is now part of Poland and Russia. A mission often involves traveling to new places to teach people about a religion or a way of life.
Gundelfingen's First Mention
The city of Gundelfingen was first written about in history during the year 1008. This is the oldest known record we have of this city.
Changes in Leadership
New Caliph in Cordoba
In the area known as the Caliphate of Córdoba, there was a change in leadership. Mohammed II took over as the new leader, or "Caliph," after Hisham II. A Caliph was a very important religious and political leader in some Islamic countries.
Uniting Georgia
The country of Georgia became united under one ruler in 1008. This happened under the leadership of king Bagrat III. Unification means bringing different parts or regions together to form one single country or kingdom.
Images for kids
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A coin from around 1030 showing Olof Skötkonung, who was King of Sweden.
See also
In Spanish: 1008 para niños
