Important Historical Events of the year 451, Year 451 in History

List of 451 Major News Events in History, Most Important Historical Events in 451

What happened in the year 451?

Date Event
April 7, 451 Attila the Hun captures Metz in France, killing most of its inhabitants and burning the town.
May 26, 451 Battle of Avarayr between Armenian rebels and the Sasanian Empire takes place. The Sasanids defeat the Armenians militarily but guarantee them freedom to openly practice Christianity.
June 20, 451 Battle of Chalons: Flavius Aetius' battles Attila the Hun. After the battle, which was inconclusive, Attila retreats, causing the Romans to interpret it as a victory.
October 8, 451 The first session of the Council of Chalcedon begins.
October 22, 451 The Chalcedonian Creed, regarding the divine and human nature of Jesus, is adopted by the Council of Chalcedon, an ecumenical council.