Avarayr 451: Armenian Rebels vs. Sasanian Empire (+ 12 more historical events on this day!)
A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History
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- May 26, 2026
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- 8:49
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- Last updated
- Jul 5, 2026
Discusses A Daily Dose of History (26 May 2026) Today's historical events: Battle of Avarayr between Armenian …
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A Daily Dose of History (26 May 2026) Today's historical events: Battle of Avarayr between Armenian rebels and the Sasanian Empire takes place. The Sasanids defeat the Armenians militarily but guarantee them freedom to openly practice Christianity. King Edmund I of England is murdered by a thief whom he personally attacks while celebrating St Augustine's …
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A Daily Dose of History (26 May 2026) Today's historical events: Battle of Avarayr between Armenian rebels and the Sasanian Empire takes place. The Sasanids defeat the Armenians militarily but guarantee them freedom to openly practice Christianity. King Edmund I of England is murdered by a thief whom he personally attacks while celebrating St Augustine's Mass Day. King Otto I elects his six-year-old son Otto II as heir apparent and co-ruler of the East Frankish Kingdom. He is crowned at Aachen,