The most ancient author whom we find using the modern mode of date, Anno Domini, is the Venerable Bede, who published his “ Ecclesiastical History ” in 731. It was adopted in France under King Pepin, and fully established in the reign of Charlemagne. The custom of beginning the year on January 1 commenced in France in 1564.
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Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20362, 20 July 1934, Page 7
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