AD 68 (LXVIII) was a leap year starting on Friday of the Julian calendar. At the time, it was known as the Year of the Consulship of Silius Italicus and Trachalus, or the start of the Year of the Four Emperors. The denomination AD 68 for this year has been used since the early medieval period, when the Anno Domini calendar era became the prevalent method in Europe for naming years. These are now used throughout the world.
Nero, Roman emperor (born 37)
On June 9, in the year 68, Nero, Roman emperor (born 37). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of June 9, a notable event in this corner of history.
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- This event took place on June 9, 68 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 2 Wikipedia articles.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 29 December 2025.
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