1537 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: | 1534 1535 1536 – 1537 – 1538 1539 1540 |
The year 1537 was a time of important events in history, especially in Europe. During this year, a future king was born, and a queen passed away. It was also a time when new foods, like the potato, were brought to Europe, changing how people ate.
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Important People Born in 1537
In 1537, a very important person was born:
- October 12 – Edward VI of England: Edward was the son of King Henry VIII of England and his third wife, Jane Seymour. He later became King of England himself.
Important People Who Died in 1537
Sadly, a queen passed away in 1537:
- October 24 – Jane Seymour: Jane Seymour was the Queen of England and the wife of King Henry VIII. She was the mother of Edward VI.
New Things in Europe
In 1537, something new and exciting arrived in Europe:
- Potatoes: This year is often noted as when potatoes were first brought to Europe. This vegetable came from the Americas and would later become a very important food crop around the world.
Other Notable People of 1537
Here are a few other important figures from around this time:
- Willem IV van den Bergh: He was a Dutch nobleman and a military leader.
- Saint Gerolamo Emiliani: He was an Italian priest who founded a religious order. He dedicated his life to helping orphans and the poor.
- Pedro de Mendoza: He was a Spanish explorer and soldier. He is known for founding the city of Buenos Aires in South America.
Images for kids
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Pedro de Mendoza founded Buenos Aires.
See also
In Spanish: 1537 para niños
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