1550s facts for kids

The 1550s were an exciting time in history, full of big changes and important events around the world. New cities were founded, powerful rulers came and went, and major shifts happened in politics and religion. Let's explore some of the key moments from this decade!

Important Events of the 1550s

• New Cities Begin: The city of Helsinki was started in Finland. Today, it's the capital city of Finland! Also, the city of São Paulo was founded in Brazil, which is now a very large city in South America.
• Queen Mary I of England: Mary I of England ruled England from 1553 to 1558. She was a powerful queen during a time of big religious changes in England.
• Conflicts in Europe: Many religious wars continued across Europe. These were conflicts where different groups fought over their beliefs.
• Russia and Sweden: Russia broke a peace agreement with Sweden by attacking Finland. This led to more fighting between these countries.
• The Deadliest Earthquake: The Shaanxi Earthquake happened in China. This was the deadliest earthquake ever recorded in history, causing a lot of damage and loss of life.

People Born in the 1550s

• Sarsa Dengel: He became the Emperor of Ethiopia, a country in Africa.
• King Sebastian of Portugal: Sebastian of Portugal was born and later became the King of Portugal.
• Nurhaci: He was a very important Chinese leader who founded the Qing Dynasty, a powerful ruling family in China.

Important People Who Died in the 1550s

• Tabinshwehti: He was the King of Burma.
• Edward VI of England: Edward VI was the King of England before Queen Mary I.
• Ignatius of Loyola: He was a Spanish priest who founded the Jesuit order, a group of Catholic priests.

Images for kids

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  January 23, 1556: The Shaanxi earthquake in China caused widespread devastation.

See also

In Spanish: Años 1550 para niños