Historical Events in 900

25 curated events dated to this year, and 1 musicalized poet on V2Melody were alive then.

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Chinese Invention of the Fire Lance

The Chinese invention of the fire lance around 900 AD marked a significant advancement in military technology. This device, a bamboo or met…
Codification of Lingchi (Death by a Thousand Cuts) in Chinese Law

In 900 AD, the codification of Lingchi, or 'Death by a Thousand Cuts,' became formalized in Chinese law as a punishment for severe crimes l…
Compilation of the Thousand and One Nights (Alf Layla wa-Layla)

Around 900 AD, the compilation of the Thousand and One Nights (Alf Layla wa-Layla) took place in Baghdad, integrating diverse storytelling…
Cyrillic Script Developed by Cyril's Disciples

During the 900s CE, disciples of St. Cyril and St. Methodius constructed a new Slavic script in South Slavic regions (Bulgaria, Macedonia)…
Gold Leaf in Islamic Manuscripts and Qur'ans

The use of gold leaf in Islamic manuscripts and Qur'ans, which began around 900 AD, exemplifies the intricate artistry and cultural signifi…
Invention of Gunpowder in China

Alchemists in Tang/Song China discovered gunpowder around the 9th-10th century while seeking elixirs. Initially for fireworks and medicine,…
Islamic Golden Age Faceting Advances

Around 900 AD, advancements in gem faceting and polishing techniques emerged during the Islamic Golden Age, significantly enhancing the art…
Islamic Refinement of Attar Distillation

Around 900 AD, during the Islamic Golden Age, Arab perfumers refined the distillation process for producing attar, or natural perfumes. Thi…
Al-Battani's Refined Measurements

Around 900, Islamic astronomer Al-Battani made significant improvements in the measurements of the solar year, precession, and planetary or…
Al-Razi Champions Freethought and Empiricism

In the year 900, Persian polymath Al-Razi, also known as Rhazes, emerged as a prominent figure advocating for freethought and empirical rea…
Arab Refinements in Astrolabe for Navigation

Around 900 AD, Arab scholars made significant refinements to the astrolabe, enhancing its accuracy for celestial navigation. This sophistic…
Birth of Organum Polyphony

The birth of organum polyphony around 900 AD represents a significant development in early music, as composers began to experiment with add…
Hurdy-Gurdy Mechanical String Instrument

The hurdy-gurdy, also known as the organistrum, developed in medieval Europe around 900 AD as a wheel-driven string instrument. This unique…
Medieval Islamic Majlis Gatherings for Poetic Wooing

Around 900, medieval Islamic majlis gatherings became popular for poetic wooing, featuring wine, music, and improvised love poetry among el…
The East Baray Reservoir Is Built at Angkor

Around 900, King Yasovarman I ordered the construction of the East Baray at Angkor in present-day Cambodia. The huge artificial reservoir r…
Viking Development of the Nasal Helmet and Round Shield

By 900 AD across Scandinavia and the British Isles, Viking raiders and Norse armies standardized a highly functional defensive kit centered…
Champagne Region Begins Sparkling Wine Experiments

Around 900 AD, early experiments in secondary fermentation began in the Champagne region of France, leading to the production of lightly sp…
Medieval Islamic Distillation for Rose Water Preserves

Around 900 AD, advances in distillation techniques in medieval Islamic culture enabled the production of rose water and flavored syrups for…
Papermaking Spreads to Egypt

Papermaking spread to Egypt around 900 AD, marking a significant technological advancement in the region. This new method of production gra…
Spanish Al-Andalus Carpet and Tile Traditions

Around 900 AD, the traditions of carpet and tile making in Islamic Spain, known as Al-Andalus, flourished, showcasing vibrant geometric des…
Viking Use of Dried and Smoked Fish Stocks

By 900 AD, the Vikings had perfected the techniques of drying and smoking fish, particularly cod and herring, to preserve their catches for…
Wind-Powered Water Mills for Irrigation

The use of wind-powered water mills for irrigation, which began around 900, showcased the ingenuity of Persian and later European engineers…
Byzantine Use of Fire Signals for Rapid Alerts

By the year 900, the Byzantine Empire utilized a network of fire signals for rapid alerts across Anatolia, showcasing their advanced commun…
Viking Influence on Scandinavian Baking Traditions

Around 900 AD, Viking settlers in Scandinavia developed unique baking traditions, creating preserved and enriched breads using local ingred…
Viking Use of Moss and Wool

Around 900, Vikings and Norse peoples utilized moss and wool in their cleansing practices, adapting to the harsh climates of Northern Europ…

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