How do I show dates on a timeline that are in the pre 1000 year?

I need to create a time line that is from 30 AD to 553 AD. It will not let me
post dates prior to 1900.

Unfortunately the timeline tool get's it's date ability from the operating

Unfortunately the timeline tool get's it is date ability from the operating
system, which is limited to the early 1900's. So you will have to do something
without the using the date functionality.
al

You will have to use the text field instead of the date field to get dates

You will have to use the text field instead of the date field to get dates
prior to 1900.

Mike