What happened in 1458

2 entries recorded for 1458, listed by date. That was 568 years ago.

1458 at a glance

Years ago
568 (as of 2026)
Century
15th century
Decade
1450s
Generation born
Before the named generations
Entries here
2
Breakdown
2 historical events

January

  • January 24

    Estates of the realm

    Historical event

    The Estates unanimously proclaimed 14-year-old Matthias Corvinus King of Hungary after being persuaded to do so by his uncle Michael Szilágyi.

March

  • March 25

    Wars of the Roses

    Historical event

    Wars of the Roses: A formal reconciliation ceremony between the Lancastrians and Yorkists led to a brief period of peace.

Questions about 1458

What happened in 1458?

This site records 2 entries for 1458, including Estates of the realm on January 24. They are listed below by date.

How long ago was 1458?

568 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 1458 turns 568 this year.

Which century is 1458 in?

1458 falls in the 15th century, in the 1450s.

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