History

30 April 642: #Chindasuinth is elected #Visigothic King of Hispania at age 79. While elected, he usurped the throne from Tulga. To secure his rule, he executed many Visigoth nobles. His reign lasted until he died on September 30, 653. #history #OTD #ad https://t.co/NveWQ2xmHv pic.twitter.com/CZ1ttnJnrc

— Today In History (@URDailyHistory) April 30, 2025