List of 451 Major News Events in History, Most Important Historical Events in 451
Date | Event |
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April 7, 451 | Attila the Hun captures Metz in France, killing most of its inhabitants and burning the town. |
May 26, 451 | 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. |
June 20, 451 | Battle of Chalons: Flavius Aetius' battles Attila the Hun. After the battle, which was inconclusive, Attila retreats, causing the Romans to interpret it as a victory. |
October 8, 451 | The first session of the Council of Chalcedon begins. |
October 22, 451 | The Chalcedonian Creed, regarding the divine and human nature of Jesus, is adopted by the Council of Chalcedon, an ecumenical council. |