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What historical event would mark year 0 on a secular calendar?

Asked by Neophyte (270points) January 29th, 2012

What would be the event that marked the first year of a secular calendar, that is, an event in no way related to religion. Keep in mind practicality, for the simple reason that a year will some 11 digits that is based on the formation of Earth, or the Big Bang, would be very tedious, and not necessary.

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