1533 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 15th century – 16th century – 17th century |
| Decades: | 1500s 1510s 1520s – 1530s – 1540s 1550s 1560s |
| Years: | 1530 1531 1532 – 1533 – 1534 1535 1536 |
The year 1533 was a time of important changes and events around the world. Kings and queens made big decisions, and explorers continued to shape new lands. This year saw significant political shifts in Europe and a major event in the Americas.
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Big Events in 1533
Wars and Royal Weddings
In 1533, there was ongoing conflict between the Ottoman Empire and the Habsburg Monarchy in Hungary. These were two very powerful groups in Europe, and they often fought over land and control.
A major event in England was the marriage of King Henry VIII to Anne Boleyn on January 25. This marriage was a huge deal because Henry VIII had previously been married to Catherine of Aragon, and his desire to marry Anne led to big changes in the Church of England.
A Tragic Event in the Americas
Far away in South America, a very sad event happened on July 26. Atahualpa, who was the last independent emperor of the Inca Empire, was executed. This happened after he was captured by Spanish explorers led by Francisco Pizarro. His death marked a significant moment in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire.
Important Births in 1533
A Future Queen is Born
On September 7, a very important person was born: Elizabeth I of England. She would later become one of England's most famous and powerful queens. Her reign, known as the Elizabethan era, was a time of great achievement and cultural growth for England.
Notable Deaths in 1533
A Royal Sister Passes Away
On June 25, Mary Tudor, Queen of France passed away. She was the younger sister of King Henry VIII of England. Mary had been Queen of France for a short time when she was married to King Louis XII of France.
Images for kids
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Queen Elizabeth I
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Catherine of Austria, Queen of Poland
See also
In Spanish: 1533 para niños
