1605 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 16th century – 17th century – 18th century |
| Decades: | 1570s 1580s 1590s – 1600s – 1610s 1620s 1630s |
| Years: | 1602 1603 1604 – 1605 – 1606 1607 1608 |
The year 1605 was a time of interesting events and new ideas around the world. It saw the publication of a very famous book and an important event in England's history.
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What Happened in 1605?
Famous Books and Writers
One of the most important things that happened in 1605 was the release of a new book. The first part of Don Quixote was published. This book was written by a Spanish author named Miguel de Cervantes.
Don Quixote is a very famous story. It is about a man who reads many old books about knights. He decides to become a knight himself. He goes on adventures with his loyal friend, Sancho Panza. The book is known for being funny and thoughtful. It is still read by many people today.
Important Events in England
In England, the year 1605 is remembered for a big event called the Gunpowder Plot. This happened on November 5. A group of people planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London. They wanted to change the government.
However, their plan was discovered before they could carry it out. No one was hurt, and the plot failed. This event is still remembered in England every year on November 5th. People celebrate with bonfires and fireworks.
Images for kids
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The people involved in the Gunpowder Plot.
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Shahryar, a prince from India.
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Federico Ubaldo della Rovere, Duke of Urbino, an Italian duke.
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Simon Dach, a German poet.
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The Tianqi Emperor of China.
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Ulisse Aldrovandi, an Italian scientist.
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Theodore Beza, a French theologian.
See also
In Spanish: 1605 para niños
