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What Happened on August 15, 778 AD

Historical Events

Battle of Roncevaux Pass

Battle of Roncevaux Pass: Roland, commander of the rearguard of Charlemagne's army is defeated by the Basques

Famous Deaths

  • Roland, Frankish commander, whose death at the Battle of Roncevaux Pass would become basis of 11th Century epic poem "The Song of Roland"
List of Years

About August 15, 778 AD

Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 1245 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo