940s Facts for Kids

Below are some of the important events that happened from 940 to 949.

The 940s were a busy time in history, with many changes happening around the world. Kings and emperors rose and fell, new cities were founded, and important religious and cultural events took place. Let's explore some of the key moments from this decade!

Events of the 940s

940: New Beginnings and Changes

In Iraq, a wise scholar named Saadia Gaon created his siddur, which is a special Jewish prayer book.
A famous temple called Narita-san was built in Chiba, Japan. It's still an important place today!
The Liao dynasty in China made a new rule. They stopped the tradition where a younger sister had to marry her deceased older sister's husband. This was a big change for families.

941: Wars and New Leaders

A war happened between the Rus' people and the Byzantine Empire. It's known as the Rus'-Byzantine War.
Oda the Severe became the Archbishop of Canterbury in England. This was a very important religious position.

942: Kingdoms Change Hands

In Gujarat, India, the Chavda Kingdom was taken over by new rulers.
On October 30, a new Pope was chosen. Pope Marinus II became the 128th leader of the Catholic Church.

943: Kings and Monks

King Constantine II of Scotland decided to leave his throne and become a monk. His cousin, Malcolm I of Scotland, then became the new king.

944: Cities, Rebellions, and Emperors

The city of Algiers was rebuilt by King Buluggin ibn Ziri of the Zirid dynasty.
A rebellion started in the Aures Mountains against the Fatimid Caliphate. It was led by Abu Yazid.
The beautiful Al-Askari Mosque was built in Samarra.
King Edmund I of England took back Northumbria from the Vikings.
In the Byzantine Empire, Emperor Romanos I Lekapenos was removed from power by his own sons, Stephen Lekapenos and Constantine Lekapenos.

945: Power Shifts and Alliances

The Buyid dynasty took control of Baghdad, a very important city.
The Min Kingdom in China was taken over by the Southern Tang Kingdom.
King Edmund I of England conquered Strathclyde. He then made an alliance with Malcolm I of Scotland and gave him some land.
Lothair II of Italy became the ruler of Italy.
After Romanos I Lekapenos was overthrown, Byzantine Emperor Constantine VII started to rule all by himself.

946: New Rulers in England and Japan

Eadred I became the new king of England.
In Japan, Emperor Murakami became the new Emperor of Japan.
On May 10, Pope Agapitus II became the 129th pope, following Pope Marinus II.

947: Dynasties Rise and Fall in China

The Later Jin Dynasty in China came to an end. It was replaced by the Later Han Dynasty.

948: New Kingdoms and Temples

The Nri Kingdom was founded by Eri in what is now Nigeria.
The Nallur Kandaswamy temple was built.

949: Expeditions and Emperors

The Byzantine Empire launched another military expedition against the Emirate of Crete.
Emperor Yōzei, a former Emperor of Japan, passed away.

940s facts for kids