888 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 8th century – 9th century – 10th century |
| Decades: | 850s 860s 870s – 880s – 890s 900s 910s |
| Years: | 885 886 887 – 888 – 889 890 891 |
The year 888 was a very long year because it was a leap year starting on Monday. This means it had 366 days instead of the usual 365. It was part of the Julian calendar, which was used a long time ago.
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Important Events of 888
Odo Becomes King of the Franks
In 888, a brave leader named Odo of France became the King of the Franks. The Franks were a powerful group of people who lived in what is now France and parts of Germany. Being king meant Odo was the most important ruler in their land.
Odo was already famous for defending Paris from fierce Viking attacks a few years earlier. He was the Count of Paris, a strong leader who protected his people. Because of his bravery and leadership, the nobles (important people) chose him to be their new king.
This was a big change because the previous ruler, Charles the Fat, had lost his power. Odo's rule marked a new chapter for the Frankish kingdom.
Notable Deaths in 888
The End of Charles the Fat's Reign
The year 888 also saw the death of Charles the Fat. He was a very important ruler because he had been the Emperor of a large empire called the Carolingian Empire. This empire included many different lands in Europe.
Charles the Fat was the last ruler to unite most of the Frankish lands under one emperor. However, he faced many challenges, including Viking invasions. Because he struggled to protect his empire, he was removed from power shortly before he died. His death officially ended an era where one emperor ruled over such a vast area. After him, the empire split into smaller kingdoms, and new leaders like Odo took charge.
