March 16 in History for Kids

March 16 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1581, 1585, 1815. 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 1581, Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft was born. Pieter became known as dutch historian and poet.
In 1585, Gerbrand Bredero was born. Gerbrand became known as dutch poet and playwright.
In 1815, prince Willem proclaims himself King of the United Kingdom of the Netherlands, the first constitutional monarch in the Netherlands.

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