990s BC
The 990s BC is a decade which lasted from 999 BC to 990 BC.
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Events and trends
- 998 BC—King David establishes Jerusalem as the capital of the Kingdom of Israel.
- 994 BC—Archippus, Archon of Athens dies after a reign of 19 years and is succeeded by his son Thersippus.
- 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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