1501 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 15th century – 16th century – 17th century |
| Decades: | 1470s 1480s 1490s – 1500s – 1510s 1520s 1530s |
| Years: | 1498 1499 1500 – 1501 – 1502 1503 1504 |
The year 1501 was an important time in history. Many events happened that shaped the future. New leaders came to power, and big changes began in different parts of the world.
Key Events of 1501
New Leaders and Kingdoms
- Alexander became the new King of Poland. This was a big change for the country.
- The Safavid kingdom was started in northern Iran. This new kingdom would become very powerful. It marked the beginning of a new era for the region.
Important Figures
- A young man named Martin Luther started his studies at the University of Erfurt. He would later become a very famous person in history. His ideas would change religion forever.
Images for kids
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The Rebellion of the Alpujarras ended in April 1501.
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Isabella of Burgundy was an important figure.
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Gerolamo Cardano was a famous scholar.
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Blessed Columba of Rieti was a respected religious figure.
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John I Albert was a King of Poland.
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Agostino Barbarigo was the Doge of Venice.
See also
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