Historical Events, Birthdays and Deaths in 959

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What Happened This Year 959

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People Who Died in 959

Chai Rong

Chinese emperor during the Five Dynasties

Born

October 27th, 921 1103 years ago

Died

July 27th, 959 1065 years ago — 37 years old

Ruled as emperor of the Later Zhou dynasty in China. Ascended the throne in the early 10th century and maintained a relatively stable regime during a period of fragmentation and political turmoil known as the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Focused on military campaigns against rival states and implemented various administrative reforms to strengthen central authority. His reign contributed to the eventual unification of China under the Song dynasty.

Eadwig

English king, ruled from 955 to 959

Died

October 1st, 959 1065 years ago — None years old

Eadwig ascended to the throne of England in 955 at the age of 14. His reign was marked by internal strife and conflict with the nobility, which weakened his authority. Eadwig's rule ended with his untimely death in 959. His short-lived kingship faced challenges from opposition leaders, which led to a turbulent period in English history. Eadwig's legacy includes the struggle for stability in England during a time of competing factions for power.

Constantine VII

Byzantine emperor and scholar

Died

November 9th, 959 1065 years ago — None years old

Ruled as Byzantine emperor from 913 to 959. His reign was marked by a focus on literature, history, and the arts. Worked to strengthen the Byzantine administration and continued the tradition of scholarly pursuits in the empire. Compiled the 'De Ceremoniis,' a manual on court rituals, and the 'Chronographia,' a historical account detailing the reigns of several predecessors.