1566 Facts for Kids

Millennium:	2nd millennium
Centuries:	15th century – 16th century – 17th century
Decades:	1530s 1540s 1550s – 1560s – 1570s 1580s 1590s
Years:	1563 1564 1565 – 1566 – 1567 1568 1569

The year 1566 was a time of important changes and events around the world. Many famous people were born, and some influential figures passed away. This year saw new leaders rise and significant structures being built.

Key Events of 1566
- Building the Stari Most Bridge
- New Sultan for the Ottoman Empire
People Born in 1566
People Who Passed Away in 1566
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Key Events of 1566

Building the Stari Most Bridge

One of the most famous events of 1566 was the completion of the Stari Most bridge in the city of Mostar. This beautiful stone bridge was built over the Neretva River. It was a marvel of engineering for its time and became a symbol of the city. The bridge connected two parts of Mostar and was a vital crossing point.

New Sultan for the Ottoman Empire

In 1566, a major change happened in the Ottoman Empire. The long-reigning Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent passed away. His son, Selim II, then became the new Sultan. Selim II continued to rule the vast Ottoman Empire, which was a powerful force in the world at that time.

People Born in 1566

Many people who would later become famous were born in 1566. Here are some of them:

May 26 – Mehmed III: He later became the Ottoman Emperor.
June 19 – King James VI of Scotland and James I of England: He became the King of Scotland and later also the King of England and Ireland. He united the crowns of Scotland and England.
June 20 (Old Style calendar) – King Sigismund III of Poland: He became the King of Poland and also ruled Sweden for a time.
August 12 – Infanta Isabella Clara Eugenia of Spain: She was a Spanish princess who later became a powerful ruler in the Netherlands.
September 1 – Edward Alleyn: An important English actor from the time of William Shakespeare.
November 10 – Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex: A well-known English politician and soldier during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.
December 11 (baptised) – Manuel Cardoso: A talented Portuguese composer.
December 20 – Edward Wightman: An English person who was known for his religious beliefs.
Giovanni Baglione: An Italian painter and art historian.
Jan Jesenius: A Slovak doctor and scientist.
Michal Sedziwój: A Polish alchemist, someone who studied early chemistry.

People Who Passed Away in 1566

The year 1566 also saw the deaths of several notable figures:

Suleiman the Magnificent: The powerful Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, who had ruled for many years.
Nostradamus: A famous French astrologer and doctor, known for his book of prophecies.
Bartolomé de las Casas: A Spanish historian and priest who spoke out against the mistreatment of Native Americans.