960s BC

The 960s BC is a decade which lasted from 969 BC to 960 BC.

Events and trends

 * 967 BC—Tiglath-Pileser II becomes King of Assyria.
 * 967 BC—Solomon becomes king of the Israelites. (962 BC—traditional date)
 * 965 BC—David, king of the ancient Israelites, died.

Significant People

 * Solomon becomes king of the Kingdom of Israel
 * Snake Spine, Ajaw of Palenque, semi legendary (967 BC-?)
 * Ashur-Dan II, king of Assyria, is born (approximate date).
 * Jereboam, king of Israel, is born (approximate date).
 * Rehoboam, king of Judah, is born (approximate date).