October 2 in History for Kids

October 2 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1470, 1718, 1928, 1967. 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 October hub for the rest of the month.

In 1470, Isabella of Aragon was born. Isabella became known as queen of Portugal, Daughter of Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon.
In 1718, Elizabeth Montagu was born. Elizabeth became known as english author and critic.
In 1928, the "Prelature of the Holy Cross and the Work of God", commonly known as Opus Dei, is founded.
In 1967, thurgood Marshall is sworn in as the first African-American justice of the United States Supreme Court.

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