898 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 8th century – 9th century – 10th century |
| Decades: | 860s 870s 880s – 890s – 900s 910s 920s |
| Years: | 895 896 897 – 898 – 899 900 901 |
The year 898 was a time in history that saw important changes in Europe. It was a common year starting on Sunday in the Julian calendar, which was the calendar used back then.
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Key Events of 898
A New Pope Takes Charge
In January of 898, a new leader was chosen for the Catholic Church. This person was Pope John IX. He became the 116th pope, taking over after Theodore II. The pope is a very important religious leader for many people around the world.
The King of the Franks Passes Away
Another big event in 898 was the death of Odo of France. He was the king of the Franks, a powerful group of people who lived in what is now France. His death meant that a new ruler would need to be chosen for the kingdom.
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Pope John IX (898–900)
See also
In Spanish: 898 para niños
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