Deposition
Eardwulf is expelled from Northumbria in a political overthrow and loses the throne.
Historical events in 806
10 historical records
Abdication
Successfully deposes Eardwulf
Succession
Succeeds as King of Northumbria
Bohemian Campaign
Frankish forces campaign in Bohemia and impose tribute on local rulers during Charlemagne's eastern frontier operations.
Central Offices Reorganized
Heizei's government consolidates and reorganizes central offices in an effort to simplify administration and reduce unnecessary expenditure.
Fiscal Recovery Policy
Heizei's government seeks to repair state finances strained by capital construction and the military campaigns of Emperor Kanmu's reign.
Imperial Guard Reorganization
During Heizei's reign, the imperial guard organization is restructured into left and right guard commands.
Observation Commissioners Established
Heizei establishes observation commissioners to inspect regional administration and submit proposals concerning local government.
Succession
Heizei succeeds his father, Emperor Kanmu, and becomes the fifty-first emperor in the traditional Japanese succession.
Tamuramaro Appointed Guard Commander
Sakanoue no Tamuramaro receives senior command in the reorganized imperial guard during Heizei's reign.