March 4 in History for Kids

March 4 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1492, 1602, 852, 1675. 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 1492, Francesco de Layolle was born. Francesco became known as italian organist and composer.
In 1602, Kanō Tan'yū was born. Kanō became known as japanese painter.
In 852, croatian Knez Trpimir I issues a statute, a document with the first known written mention of the Croats name in Croatian sources.
In 1675, john Flamsteed is appointed the first Astronomer Royal of England.

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