November 27 in History for Kids

November 27 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1701, 1759, 1095, 1839. 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 November hub for the rest of the month.

In 1701, Anders Celsius was born. Anders became known as swedish astronomer, physicist, and mathematician.
In 1759, Franz Krommer was born. Franz became known as czech violinist and composer.
In 1095, pope Urban II declares the First Crusade at the Council of Clermont.
In 1839, in Boston, Massachusetts, the American Statistical Association is founded.

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