1457 facts for kids

The year 1457 was a time of change and important events across the world. Many notable people were born or passed away during this year, shaping the future of Europe and beyond. This period was part of the Middle Ages, a time when kingdoms were growing, new ideas were emerging, and explorers were starting to look beyond their known worlds.

Important Births of 1457

Many people who would become famous were born in 1457. Their lives would later influence history in big ways.

Henry VII of England

On January 28, Henry VII of England was born. He later became the King of England and was the first king of the House of Tudor. His rule brought an end to the Wars of the Roses, a long conflict over who should be king. Henry VII worked hard to make England strong and peaceful again after many years of war. He is known for building up the royal treasury and making England more stable.

Peter Martyr d'Anghiera

On February 2, Peter Martyr d'Anghiera was born. He was an Italian historian and diplomat. He is famous for writing about the early explorations of the Americas. He collected information directly from explorers like Christopher Columbus and Hernán Cortés. His writings gave Europe some of the first detailed accounts of the New World.

Notable Deaths of 1457

The year 1457 also saw the passing of several important figures. These individuals had made significant contributions in politics, religion, and the arts.

Jingtai Emperor of China

On March 14, the Jingtai Emperor of China passed away. He was an emperor of the Ming Dynasty. His reign was marked by a period of political challenges and military conflicts. He worked to strengthen the empire's defenses and improve its economy.

Saint Rita of Cascia

On May 22, Saint Rita of Cascia, an Italian saint, died. She is known for her deep faith and for being a peacemaker. Many people pray to her for help with difficult situations. She lived a life dedicated to helping others and is honored in the Catholic Church.

Lorenzo Valla

On August 1, Lorenzo Valla, an important Italian humanist, passed away. Humanists were scholars who studied ancient Greek and Roman texts. Valla was a brilliant thinker who used his knowledge of language to examine historical documents. He is famous for proving that a very important document, the "Donation of Constantine," was actually a fake. This showed how important it was to carefully check historical sources.

King Ladislaus Posthumus

On November 23, King Ladislaus Posthumus of Bohemia and Hungary died. He was a young king who ruled both Bohemia and Hungary. His death led to new power struggles in these kingdoms. He was the last male member of the House of Luxembourg royal family.

Andrea del Castagno

Andrea del Castagno was an Italian painter who died in 1457. He was an important artist during the early Renaissance. His paintings are known for their strong, realistic figures and dramatic style. He helped develop new ways of showing depth and emotion in art.

Peter II, Duke of Brittany

Peter II, Duke of Brittany also passed away in 1457. He was a ruler of the Duchy of Brittany, a region in France. He worked to keep Brittany independent and strong during a time of political change in Europe.

László Hunyadi

László Hunyadi was a Hungarian statesman and warrior who died in 1457. He was a powerful figure in Hungary and played a key role in the country's politics and military efforts against the Ottoman Empire. His death was a significant event in Hungarian history.

Babur Ibn-Baysunkur

Babur Ibn-Baysunkur, a ruler of Khurasan, passed away in 1457. He was a member of the Timurid dynasty, which ruled large parts of Central Asia and Persia. His death led to further divisions within the Timurid Empire.

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  Henry VII, who became King of England.