1520s facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
| Centuries: | 15th century – 16th century – 17th century |
| Decades: | 1490s 1500s 1510s – 1520s – 1530s 1540s 1550s |
| Years: | 1520 1521 1522 1523 1524 1525 1526 1527 1528 1529 |
| Categories: | Births – Deaths – Architecture Establishments – Disestablishments |
The 1520s were a very exciting time in history! Many big changes happened around the world. Explorers sailed to new lands, and new ideas about religion began to spread. This decade saw the end of a powerful empire and the start of a major religious movement.
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Key Events of the 1520s
The Fall of the Aztec Empire
In 1521, the powerful Aztecs of Mexico surrendered to Spanish explorers. These explorers were called conquistadors. Their leader was Hernán Cortés. This event changed the history of North America forever. It marked the end of a great Native American civilization.
Ferdinand Magellan's Amazing Journey
A brave explorer named Ferdinand Magellan led the first trip around the world. His journey proved that the Earth was round. During his voyage, he discovered the Philippines and Guam. Sadly, Magellan died in the Philippines in 1521. His crew finished the trip without him.
The Protestant Reformation Begins
The 1520s were also a time of big changes in religion. Martin Luther was a German monk who started a movement called the Protestant Reformation. He believed that the church needed to change. His ideas led to the creation of new Christian churches. This movement had a huge impact on Europe and the world.
Important People Born in the 1520s
- Anne Askew, an English woman who bravely stood up for her Protestant beliefs (1521).
- Taqi al-Din, a brilliant Muslim scientist who made many discoveries (1526).
Notable People Who Died in the 1520s
- Ferdinand Magellan, the Spanish explorer who led the first trip around the world (1521).
- Zhengde, the Emperor of China (1521).
- Wijerd Jelckama, a strong Frisian leader and rebel (1523).
- Marko Marulic, a famous Croatian poet (1524).
- Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese explorer who found a sea route to India (1524).
- Niccolò Machiavelli, an Italian writer and statesman known for his ideas on politics (1527).
See also
In Spanish: Años 1520 para niños
