June 6 in History for Kids

June 6 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1599, 1622, 1674, 1844. 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 June hub for the rest of the month.

In 1599, Diego Velázquez (date of baptism) was born. Diego became known as spanish painter and educator.
In 1622, Claude-Jean Allouez was born. Claude-Jean became known as french-American missionary and explorer.
In 1674, shivaji is crowned as the first Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire at Raigad Fort.
In 1844, the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) is founded in London.

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