150s BC

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Events of the 150s BC159–150 BC

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What happened in the 150s BC?

In the 150s BC (159–150 BC), Cato began repeating in Rome that "Carthage must be destroyed," and in Greece the Antikythera mechanism, considered the oldest geared calculating device, was made. In China, Emperor Jing took the throne and the Rebellion of the Seven States broke out, while in Japan the Tsuki Shrine was founded.

  1. Cato declares "Carthage must be destroyed"Africa
  2. Emperor Wen dies; Emperor Jing enthronedAsia
  3. Tsuki Shrine foundedEurope
  4. Reign of Menander I beginsAsia
  5. Rebellion of the Seven States erupts in HanAsia
  6. Roman year begins starting January 1Europe
  7. Work begins on the Venus de MiloEurope
  8. Antikythera mechanism madeEurope

Summaries are written by the site editors.

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Events of the 150s BC (timeline · 1)

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150s BC

For the first time, Roman consuls begin their year in office on January 1.

Europe

EventNameFamous birthEvent in more than one region

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