990s BC
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The 990s BC is a decade which lasted from 999 BC to 990 BC.
Millennium: | 1st millennium BC |
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Events and trends[]
- 998 BC—King David establishes Jerusalem as the capital of the Kingdom of Israel.
- 994 BC—, Archon of Athens dies after a reign of 19 years and is succeeded by his son .
- 993 BC—Amenemope succeeds Psusennes I as king of Egypt.
Significant people[]
- Tiglath-Pileser II, king of Assyria, is born (approximate date).
- Solomon, king of Israel, is born (approximate date).
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Categories:
- 10th century BC
- BC year stubs