February 9 in History for Kids

February 9 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1441, 1737, 1539, 1907. 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 February hub for the rest of the month.

In 1441, Ali-Shir Nava'i was born. Ali-Shir became known as turkic poet, linguist, and painter.
In 1737, Thomas Paine was born. Thomas became known as english-American philosopher, author, and activist.
In 1539, the first recorded race is held on Chester Racecourse, known as the Roodee.
In 1907, the Mud March is the first large procession organised by the National Union of Women's Suffrage Societies (NUWSS).

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