1592 facts for kids

The year 1592 was a special year that started on a Wednesday. It was also a leap year, which means it had 366 days instead of the usual 365. We write 1592 in Roman numerals as MDXCII.

Important Events of 1592

Major Conflicts in Asia

• April 13: A big fight called the Siege of Busan started. This was when Japanese forces attacked the city of Busan in Korea. A siege means surrounding a place to try and take control of it.
• April 24: The Battle of Sangju happened. In this battle, the Korean army fought against the Japanese. Sadly, the Koreans were defeated by the Japanese forces.

Famous People Who Died in 1592

• February: Thomas Cavendish, a brave English sailor and explorer, passed away. He was known for sailing around the world.
• February 13: Jacopo Bassano, a talented Italian painter, died. His paintings often showed scenes from the Bible and everyday life.
• September 3: Robert Greene, an English writer, passed away. He wrote plays and stories during the time of William Shakespeare.

People Born in 1592

• March 28: John Amos Comenius was born. He was a very important Czech teacher and writer. He is famous for his ideas about education and how children should learn.

Images for kids

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  April 13–April 14: Siege of Busanjin

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  Emperor Shah Jahan born on January 15

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  Sir John Eliot born on April 11

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  Francis Quarles born on May 8

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  Emperor Hong Taiji born on November 28

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  Saint Paschal Baylon died on May 17, 1592

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  King John III of Sweden died on November 17, 1592

See also

In Spanish: 1592 para niños