October 24 in History for Kids

October 24 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1632, 1713, 1857, 1861. 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 1632, Antonie van Leeuwenhoek was born. Antonie became known as dutch biologist and microbiologist.
In 1713, Marie Fel was born. Marie became known as french soprano and actress.
In 1857, sheffield F.C., the world's oldest association football club still in operation, is founded in England.
In 1861, the first transcontinental telegraph line across the United States is completed.

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