What happened in 946

2 entries recorded for 946, listed by date. That was 1080 years ago.

946 at a glance

Years ago
1080 (as of 2026)
Century
10th century
Decade
940s
Generation born
Before the named generations
Entries here
2
Breakdown
2 historical events

January

  • January 29

    Abbasid Caliphate

    Historical event

    The Abbasid caliph, al-Mustakfi, was deposed, and went on to spend the rest of his life as a prisoner in the caliphal palace.

May

  • May 26

    Edmund I

    Historical event

    King Edmund I (pictured) of England was murdered at Pucklechurch on the feast day of St Augustine.

Questions about 946

What happened in 946?

This site records 2 entries for 946, including Abbasid Caliphate on January 29. They are listed below by date.

How long ago was 946?

1080 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 946 turns 1080 this year.

Which century is 946 in?

946 falls in the 10th century, in the 940s.

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