Important Historical Events of the year 585, Year 585 in History

List of 585 Major News Events in History, Most Important Historical Events in 585

What happened in the year 585?

Date Event
May 28, 585 A solar eclipse occurs, as predicted by the Greek philosopher and scientist Thales, while Alyattes is battling Cyaxares in the Battle of the Eclipse, leading to a truce. This is one of the cardinal dates from which other dates can be calculated.
September 13, 585 Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, king of Rome, celebrates a triumph for his victories over the Sabines, and the surrender of Collatia.