1440s facts for kids

The 1440s was a decade that lasted from January 1, 1440, to December 31, 1449. Many important things happened around the world during these ten years. This period saw big changes in empires, new inventions, and the birth of famous people.

Important Events of the 1440s

Changes in Empires and Religions

• The Coptic Church in Ethiopia reached out to the Roman Catholic Church for the first time. This was a big moment for these two Christian groups.
• The large empire of the Maya started to break apart. It split into many smaller kingdoms.
• The powerful Ottoman Empire began to show signs of weakness. This was a significant shift in world power.

New Inventions

• The Korean alphabet, called Hangul, was invented. This new writing system made it much easier for people in Korea to read and write.

Famous People Born in the 1440s

• King Ivan III of Russia was born. He later became a very important ruler in Russia.
• King Edward IV of England was born. He would become a key figure in English history.
• Margaret Beaufort was born. She was the mother of Henry VII of England, who later became king.
• Sandro Botticelli, a famous Italian painter, was born during this decade. He created many beautiful artworks.
• Baeda Maryam of Ethiopia, who became a king in the Solomonid dynasty, was also born.

Notable Deaths in the 1440s

• Itzcóatl, an Aztec ruler of Tenochtitlan, passed away. He was a leader of the Aztec people.
• Jan van Eyck, a famous Dutch painter, died. He was known for his amazing oil paintings.
• Christopher of Bavaria, who was King of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, also died in this decade.

See also

In Spanish: Años 1440 para niños