980 facts for kids

The year 980 AD was a time in history when many events shaped the world. While not as many records survive from this period compared to more recent times, we can still learn about important moments and people. One notable event in 980 was the burial of a young king in England.

A King's Burial

On February 13, 980, a significant event happened in England: the burial of Edward the Martyr. He was a young king of England who had died a few years earlier, in 978. His burial took place at the Most Holy Mother of God Church in Wareham, a town in Dorset, England.

Edward became king when he was just a boy, around 12 or 13 years old, after his father, King Edgar, passed away. His time as king was short and full of challenges. After his death, he was seen by many as a martyr, meaning someone who died for their beliefs or was killed unfairly. This led to him being remembered as "Edward the Martyr." His burial in 980 was an important religious and political event for the people of England at that time.

Important People of 980

While the main event recorded for 980 is Edward the Martyr's burial, it's also a good time to think about other important figures who were alive around this period. One such person was Vladimir I, also known as Vladimir the Great. He was a powerful ruler who lived from about 958 to 1015.

Vladimir I was a prince of Kievan Rus', a large and important state in Eastern Europe. He is famous for making Christianity the official religion of Kievan Rus'. This decision had a huge impact on the culture, history, and future of Russia and Ukraine. Even though his most famous actions happened a bit later than 980, he was certainly an influential person during this era.

Births

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  Vladimir I (the Great) (c. 958–1015)

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  Learn more about the year 980 in Spanish!

See also

• In Spanish: 980 para niños