The Longest Year In History Was 445 Days Long

The year 46 BCE is not a very notable year. In fact, if you ask most people to name some important events from that particular year, you will likely be met with blank stares. 46 BCE is not one of the more famous years in history. The year 46 BCE is notable for two things. First, Julius Caesar was finishing the civil war he started by crossing the Rubicon with his veteran soldiers from Gaul years earlier. Second, it was the longest year in history. 46 BCE was officially 445 days long. That makes it the longest official year in recorded human history. The year 46 BCE was 80 days longer than a typical year and boasted an extension of nearly three months. But how is that possible? <a href="https://medium.com/exploring-history/the-longest-year-in-history-was-445-days-long-dfccceabd509">Read More</a>