jan 1, 988 - Conversion of Kievan Rus to Christianity
Description:
The definitive Christianization of Kievan Rus' dates from the year 988, when Vladimir the Great was baptized in Chersonesus and proceeded to baptize his family and people in Kiev. The latter events are traditionally referred to as baptism of Rus'.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 988
Now
~ 1038 years ago