980

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980 was a year in the 10th century when various significant events occurred across different parts of the world, including developments in politics, culture, and society. It matters to historians as a point in time that helps us understand the progression of medieval history and the events that shaped civilizations during that era.

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Instance of: year
Part of: 980s
Followed by: 981
Follows: 979

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Commons category: 980
topic's main category: Category:980
point in time: 0980-01-01
has list: list of state leaders in 980
category for births in this time period: Category:980 births
category for deaths in this time period: Category:980 deaths

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Encyclopedic overview

Vladimir I (the Great) (c. 958–1015) Year 980 (CMLXXX) was a leap year starting on Thursday of the Julian calendar.

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