Entity: 476-AD
476-AD is an informal abbreviation for Anno Domini, commonly used to denote the year in the Gregorian calendar.
476-AD
Etymology
476-AD is an informal abbreviation for Anno Domini, derived from Latin meaning 'in the year of our Lord'.
Definition
476-AD is used to denote the year in the Gregorian calendar, representing years after the birth of Jesus Christ.
Historical Context
In the historical context, 476-AD marks a significant year in the fall of the Western Roman Empire, with the deposition of the last Roman emperor, Romulus Augustulus.
Cultural Significance
476-AD symbolizes the transition from ancient to medieval times, signifying the end of the Roman Empire in the West and the beginning of the Middle Ages.
Related Concepts
476-AD is related to the concept of Anno Domini, the system of numbering years used in the Gregorian calendar.
See Also
An abbreviation for Anno Domini, meaning 'in the year of our Lord' in Latin, used to refer to years after the birth of Jesus Christ.