1535 Facts for Kids

The year 1535 was a time of big changes and exciting discoveries around the world. Explorers were finding new lands, and important events were shaping history in Europe and beyond. New cities were founded, and significant religious and political shifts took place.

Important Events of 1535

On January 18, the city of Lima in Peru was founded by the Spanish explorer Francisco Pizarro. This was a key moment in the Spanish conquest of South America.
In April, the French explorer Jacques Cartier discovered a large Iroquois city called Stadacona in what is now Quebec, Canada. The next month, he found an even bigger Huron city named Hochelaga.
On May 19, Jacques Cartier began his second voyage to North America. He sailed with three ships and 110 men. He also brought along two sons of Chief Donnacona, whom he had taken during his first trip.
On June 24, a religious group known as the Anabaptists, who had taken control of the city of Münster, were defeated. Their rule in the city ended, bringing a major rebellion to a close.
On October 2, Jacques Cartier explored the area that would later become the city of Montreal in Quebec, Canada.
On October 4, the very first complete English-language Bible was printed. This important book included translations by William Tyndale and Miles Coverdale.
Combined fleets from Sweden and Denmark won a victory against the navy of the Hanseatic League.
Manco II was appointed as the new leader of the Inca Empire by the Spanish conquerors. He was a "puppet emperor," meaning the Spanish still held the real power.
Spanish forces made a second attempt to conquer the Yucatán region, but it was unsuccessful.
Charles V, the Holy Roman Emperor, conquered the city of Tunis.
There was an Anabaptist uprising in some cities in the Netherlands.
The Charterhouse London, a religious house, was closed. This was part of King Henry VIII's plan to close down monasteries in England.

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Important Events of 1535

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