What happened in 609 BC?
5 recorded events in 609 BC, including 2 in people, 2 in empires & countries and 1 in wars & conflicts.
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Wars & Conflicts 1
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Battle of Megiddo
Ancient battle between Egypt and Judaea
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People 2
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Josiah died
Died in Jerusalem. King of Judah.
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Jehoahaz died
Died in Egypt. King of Judah.
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Empires & Countries 2
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Assyrian Empire dissolved
Assyrian Empire ceased to exist, having been centered at Nineveh.
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Neo-Assyrian Empire dissolved
Neo-Assyrian Empire ceased to exist, having been centered at Assur.
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