December 27 in History for Kids

December 27 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1459, 1572, 1657, 1703. 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 December hub for the rest of the month.

In 1459, John I Albert was born. John became known as king of Poland.
In 1572, Johannes Vodnianus Campanus was born. Johannes became known as czech poet, playwright, and composer.
In 1657, the Flushing Remonstrance articulates for the first time in North American history that freedom of religion is a fundamental right.
In 1703, portugal and England sign the Methuen Treaty which allows Portugal to export wines to England on favorable trade terms.

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