August 1 in History for Kids

August 1 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1520, 1579, 314, 1498. 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 August hub for the rest of the month.

In 1520, Sigismund II was born. Sigismund became known as polish king.
In 1579, Luis Vélez de Guevara was born. Luis became known as spanish author and playwright.
In 314, the first synod of Arles is opened by bishop Marinus of Arles.
In 1498, christopher Columbus becomes the first European to visit what is now Venezuela.

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