274 facts for kids

A coin showing Tetricus I, a ruler from the Gallic Empire.

The year 274 (CCLXXIV) was a common year that started on a Thursday in the Julian calendar. It was an important year for the Roman Empire, especially because of a big battle and changes in religion.

Major Events

Roman Empire's Victories

• The Battle of Châlons: The Roman Emperor Aurelian won a major battle against the Gallic Empire. This victory helped him bring back the western parts of the Roman Empire under his control.
• Aurelian was called "Restorer of the World" by the people of Rome. This showed how much they respected him for reuniting the empire.
• Emperor Aurelian also made important changes to Roman currency, which helped make the economy stronger.
• On December 25, Aurelian dedicated a special temple to a god called Sol Invictus. This sun god's worship became the official state religion of Rome.

African Trade

• The Kingdom of Aksum became very rich. This was because they controlled important trade routes on the Red Sea.

Religious News

• On December 30, Pope Felix I died in Rome. He had been the Pope for five years.

Japanese Ships

• In Japan, skilled shipbuilders created a 100-foot-long boat for Emperor Ōjin. This boat was powered by oars. Japanese ships would not use sails for another 700 years.

Important Births

• Li Xiong: He later became the first emperor of a Chinese state called Cheng Han. (Born 274, died 334)
• Shi Le: He was the founder and emperor of the Chinese Jie state. (Born 274, died 333)

Notable Deaths

• Cao Fang: He was an emperor of the Kingdom of Wei in China. (Born 231)
• December 30: Pope Felix I passed away.
• Lu Kang: A general from the Kingdom of Wu in China. (Born 226)
• Empress Yang Yan: She was the first wife of Emperor Wu. (Born 238)
• Zenobia: The powerful queen of the Palmyrene Empire. (Born 240)

Images for kids

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  A robot for kids.

See also

In Spanish: 274 para niños