May 10 in History for Kids

May 10 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1604, 1697, 1497, 1869. 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 May hub for the rest of the month.

In 1604, Jean Mairet was born. Jean became known as french author and playwright.
In 1697, Jean-Marie Leclair was born. Jean-Marie became known as french violinist and composer.
In 1497, amerigo Vespucci allegedly leaves Cádiz for his first voyage to the New World.
In 1869, the First transcontinental railroad, linking the eastern and western United States, is completed at Promontory Summit, Utah Territory with the golden spike.

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