1503 facts for kids
The year 1503 was an interesting time in history, with new ideas spreading and important people being born. It was a time when Europe was seeing big changes in art, religion, and politics.
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Important Events in 1503
New Ideas from a Famous Thinker
In 1503, a very smart writer named Erasmus published an important book. It was called Enchiridion militis christiani, which means "Handbook of the Christian Soldier." This book was not about real soldiers fighting wars. Instead, it was about how people could live a good Christian life every day. It taught people to focus on their inner faith and to be kind and thoughtful. Erasmus believed that true religion was about living a good life, not just following rules.
Important Births in 1503
A Future King is Born
On August 12, 1503, a boy named Christian III of Denmark and Norway was born. He would later become a very important king. Christian III ruled both Denmark and Norway, which were two separate countries at the time. He played a big role in changing the official religion in his kingdoms to Protestantism during the Reformation. This was a huge change for many people living there.
Images for kids
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Work on Mona Lisa begins.
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May 10: Columbus at Cayman Islands.
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Queen Isabella of Portugal
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George, Duke of Bavaria
See also
In Spanish: 1503 para niños
