August 29 in History for Kids

August 29 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1434, 1724, 708, 1393. 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 1434, Janus Pannonius was born. Janus became known as hungarian bishop and poet.
In 1724, Giovanni Battista Casti was born. Giovanni became known as italian poet and author.
In 708, copper coins are minted in Japan for the first time (Traditional Japanese date: August 10, 708).
In 1393, timur takes Baghdad from Sultan Ahmad Jalayir for the first time.

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