1506 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 15th century – 16th century – 17th century |
| Decades: | 1470s 1480s 1490s – 1500s – 1510s 1520s 1530s |
| Years: | 1503 1504 1505 – 1506 – 1507 1508 1509 |
The year 1506 was a common year that began on a Thursday. It was a time of interesting changes and new beginnings in history.
The Year 1506
Key Events
- January 22 – A special group of soldiers called the Swiss Guard arrived at the Vatican. They came to serve as permanent guards for the Pope, Pope Julius II. Even today, the Swiss Guard protects the Pope and the Vatican.
Important Births
- April 7 – Francis Xavier was born. He was a Spanish Jesuit saint who traveled widely to spread Christianity. He is known for his missionary work in Asia.
Images for kids
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January 22: The Swiss Guard arriving at the Vatican.
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Juliana of Stolberg
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Johann IV Roth
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King Alexander Jagiellon of Poland
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King Philip of Castile
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See also
In Spanish: 1506 para niños
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