January 22 in History for Kids

January 22 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1654, 1690, 1506, 1890. 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 January hub for the rest of the month.

In 1654, Richard Blackmore was born. Richard became known as english physician and poet.
In 1690, Nicolas Lancret was born. Nicolas became known as french painter.
In 1506, the first contingent of 150 Swiss Guards arrives at the Vatican.
In 1890, the United Mine Workers of America is founded in Columbus, Ohio.

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