August 3 in History for Kids

August 3 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1692, 1766, 1527, 1678. 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 1692, John Henley was born. John became known as english minister and poet.
In 1766, Aaron Chorin was born. Aaron became known as hungarian rabbi and author.
In 1527, the first known letter from North America is sent by John Rut while at St. John's, Newfoundland.
In 1678, robert LaSalle builds the Le Griffon, the first known ship built on the Great Lakes.

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