900 - Definition and Overview

For other uses, see number 900.

Events

• Gyeonhwon formally establishes the kingdom of Hubaekje in southwestern Korea.
• Merchants from southwest Asia and India settle on the east-African coast, trading gold, beads and metal for ivory and slaves.
• Harold I of the Yngling or Scilfing dynasty subdues the petty kings of Norway and conquers the Orkney and Shetland islands.

Births

Deaths

• August 13 - Zwentibold, last King of Lotharingia
• Donald II, King of the Scots and Picts; succeeded by Constantine II.