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Millennium: 2nd millennium
Centuries: 15th century16th century17th century
Decades: 1500s  1510s  1520s  – 1530s –  1540s  1550s  1560s
Years: 1535 1536 153715381539 1540 1541

The year 1538 was a common year that started on a Tuesday. It was a time of big changes and important events around the world.

Key Events of 1538

New World's First University

On October 28, something very important happened in the New World (which is what people called the Americas back then). The first university was started! It was called the Universidad Santo Tomás de Aquino and was founded in what is now the Dominican Republic. This was a huge step for education in the Americas.

Battles and Conflicts

The Battle of Las Salinas

In South America, a major battle took place on April 26. This was the Battle of Las Salinas. It was fought between two groups of Spanish conquerors in Peru. One group was led by Francisco Pizarro and the other by Diego de Almagro. This battle was part of a fight over who would control the land and riches in the newly conquered areas.

The Battle of Preveza

Another important battle happened at sea on September 28. This was the Battle of Preveza, fought off the coast of what is now Greece. The Ottoman Empire's navy, led by Hayreddin Barbarossa, fought against a large fleet of ships from several European countries, including Spain and Venice. The Ottoman navy won this battle, which gave them more control over the Mediterranean Sea for many years.

Important People of 1538

One notable person born in 1538 was Saint Turibius of Mongrovejo. He later became an important religious leader in Peru, working to help the local people and spread Christianity.

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