1531 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 15th century – 16th century – 17th century |
| Decades: | 1500s 1510s 1520s – 1530s – 1540s 1550s 1560s |
| Years: | 1528 1529 1530 – 1531 – 1532 1533 1534 |
The year 1531 was a time of big changes around the world. Explorers were discovering new lands, and important religious movements were shaping Europe. This year saw the start of a major event in South America and the passing of a key leader in the Protestant Reformation.
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Major Events of 1531
Spanish Explorers Reach Peru
In 1531, Francisco Pizarro and his Spanish explorers arrived in Peru. They landed on the coast of what is now Peru, a land rich in history and home to the powerful Inca Empire. This arrival marked the beginning of a new chapter for both the Spanish and the Inca people. The Spanish were looking for new lands and resources, and their arrival would change the course of South American history forever.
The Battle of Obertyn
On August 22, 1531, a significant battle took place near Obertyn. This was the Battle of Obertyn, fought between the armies of Moldavia and Poland. The Polish forces won this battle, which was an important event in the history of Eastern Europe. It helped shape the borders and power of the kingdoms in that region.
Death of Huldrych Zwingli
On October 11, 1531, Huldrych Zwingli died. He was a very important leader in the Protestant Reformation in Switzerland. Zwingli believed that the church needed to change and become simpler. He taught new ideas about faith and how people should live.
Zwingli died during the Second War of Kappel, a conflict between different parts of Switzerland. Some areas supported the new Protestant ideas, while others wanted to stay with the traditional Catholic Church. Zwingli was with the Protestant soldiers when he was killed. His death was a big moment for the Reformation movement in Switzerland.
People Born in 1531
- Maria of Austria, Duchess of Jülich-Cleves-Berg was born this year. She was a noblewoman who would later become a duchess.
- Anna d'Este was also born in 1531. She was an Italian noblewoman who became a very influential figure in France.
Images for kids
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The Battle of Obertyn
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The Second War of Kappel
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Maria of Austria, Duchess of Jülich-Cleves-Berg
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Anna d'Este
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Huldrych Zwingli
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Johannes Oecolampadius
See also
In Spanish: 1531 para niños
