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353| 200–700 | Central America [statistics and demography] | The Zapotec site of Monte Albán in Central America is at its peak in this period. It may have had 30,000 or more inhabitants. It is the centre of a complex of public buildings, temples, and dwellings that cover 40 sq km/15 sq mi. | | 353 | China [art] | The Chinese calligrapher Wang Xi-zhi produces ‘Preface to the Poems Composed at the Orchid Pavilion’ in running script style. It becomes a model for future calligraphers. | | 353 | Gaul, Roman Empire [political events] | When Magnus Magnentius, the usurper of the Western Roman throne, commits suicide in Gaul, his British follower Martinus holds out. An official named Paulus is sent to control him and proves so harsh in his rule that Martinus kills him and then kills himself. Savage vengeance is taken on the followers of Martinus. |
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