What happened in 766 BC?
One recorded event in 766 BC: Isaiah born.
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Isaiah born
Born in Kingdom of Judah. Biblical character.
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Around this time
The nearest recorded events on either side of 766 BC.
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First Olympic Games
The first recorded ancient Olympic Games are held in Olympia, Greece, dedicated to Zeus.
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Hesiod born
Born in Cyme. Ancient Greek poet of the archaic period.
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ancient Olympic Games
Athletic competitions in ancient Greece
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Eastern Zhou founded
Eastern Zhou was founded, with its capital at Luoyang.
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Romulus born
Born in Alba Longa. Legendary founder and first king of Rome.
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Western Zhou dissolved
Western Zhou ceased to exist, having been centered at Fenghao.
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Amaziah died
Died in Lachish. Ninth Ruler of Judah or Eight King of Judah.
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Sargon II born
Born in Nimrud. King of Assyria (722-705 B.C).
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Marduk-apla-iddina II died
Died in Elam. Babylonian king.
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Jeroboam II died
Died in Samaria. Israeli monarch.
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Roma
Capital city and origin of ancient Rome
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Ancient Rome founded
Ancient Rome was founded, with its capital at Roma.
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