March 13 in History for Kids

March 13 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1593, 1700, 1261. 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 March hub for the rest of the month.

In 1593, Georges de La Tour was born. Georges became known as french painter (probable;.
In 1700, Michel Blavet was born. Michel became known as french flute player and composer.
In 1261, the Byzantine Empire and the Republic of Genoa sign a permanent treaty against the Venetians at Nymphaeum.

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