April 12 in History for Kids

April 12 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1484, 1526, 1910. Violent events and crimes are left off. Each line is a small true thing to ask about, not a whole lesson. February 29 is included so a leap-day birthday still has a page. Walk with the previous and next links, or open the April hub for the rest of the month.

In 1484, Antonio da Sangallo the Younger was born. Antonio became known as italian architect, designed the Apostolic Palace and St. Peter's Basilica.
In 1526, Muretus was born. Muretus became known as french philosopher and author.
In 1910, sMS Zrínyi, one of the last pre-dreadnought battleships built by the Austro-Hungarian Navy, is launched.

Pair a date with a story in the library or a geography quiz if you want to keep going.