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What Happened on August 9, 378 AD

Historical Events

  • Battle of Adrianople: Goth army defeats Roman forces under Emperor Valens, who is killed

Famous Deaths

  • Flavius Valens, Emperor of Byzantium (364-78), dies in the Battle of Adrianople at 50
List of Years

About August 9, 378 AD

Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 1645 years, 10 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo