1553 Facts for Kids

The year 1553 was a time of big changes in England and other parts of Europe. New schools were started, and there were important shifts in who ruled the country. It was a year filled with political drama and significant events that shaped history.

Millennium:	2nd millennium
Centuries:	15th century – 16th century – 17th century
Decades:	1520s 1530s 1540s – 1550s – 1560s 1570s 1580s
Years:	1550 1551 1552 – 1553 – 1554 1555 1556

Key Events of 1553
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Key Events of 1553

New Schools and Royal Changes

On June 26, 1553, two important schools were founded in England. These were Christ's Hospital and King Edward's School, Witley. They were created by a special document called a Royal Charter, which is like an official permission from the King.
On July 6, 1553, Edward VI of England, the young King of England, passed away. His death led to a struggle for the throne.
Just four days later, on July 10, Lady Jane Grey was announced as the new Queen of England. However, her reign lasted only nine days.
By July 18, the Lord Mayor of London declared Queen Mary as the true Queen. Lady Jane Grey then willingly gave up her title.
On August 3, Queen Mary arrived in London, officially taking her place on the throne.
On August 22, the Duke of Northumberland, who had supported Lady Jane Grey, was executed.
In September, many Protestant bishops in England were arrested. At the same time, Roman Catholic bishops were brought back into power.

Battles and Fortifications

On August 2, a battle took place in Italy called the Battle of Marciano. French forces, led by Marshal Blaise de Monluc, were defeated by an army from the Holy Roman Empire. The French had to retreat into Siena, which was then surrounded by the imperial army.
The Battle of Sievershausen also happened in 1553. In this battle, Elector Maurice of Saxony defeated Catholic forces. Sadly, Maurice was badly wounded during the fight and later died.
In Shanghai, a city in China, its defenses were strengthened for the very first time in 1553.

Other Important Happenings

On September 23, the Sadians in Morocco became even stronger. They defeated the last of their enemies, making their power firm.
On October 27, a man named Michael Servetus faced serious consequences for his Calvinist beliefs in Geneva.