1534 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 15th century – 16th century – 17th century |
| Decades: | 1500s 1510s 1520s – 1530s – 1540s 1550s 1560s |
| Years: | 1531 1532 1533 – 1534 – 1535 1536 1537 |
The year 1534 was a time of important changes and new discoveries around the world. Explorers sailed to new lands, and powerful leaders were born who would shape history. This year also saw the passing of a significant religious leader.
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Key Events of 1534
Exploration and New Lands
- Jacques Cartier explored parts of what is now Quebec and Montreal in Canada. His voyages helped map out new areas for European countries.
Important Births in 1534
Many people who would become famous were born in 1534:
- 10 February – Song Ik-phil was born in Korea. He grew up to become an important politician.
- 23 June – Oda Nobunaga was born in Japan. He became a powerful daimyo, a type of feudal lord, who played a big role in uniting Japan.
- 1 July – Frederick II of Denmark was born. He later became the King of Denmark-Norway.
- 24 September – Guru Ram Das was born. He became the fourth of the Ten Gurus, or spiritual teachers, of Sikhism.
- Joan Waste was born in England. She was a young woman who faced great challenges because of her Protestant faith. She died in 1556 for her beliefs.
Notable Deaths in 1534
- 26 May – Pope Clement VII passed away. He was the 220th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. He was born on 26 May 1478.
Images for kids
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The Church of England separates.
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Martin Luther's 1534 Bible.
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Archduchess Eleanor of Austria
See also
In Spanish: 1534 para niños
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