October 4 in History for Kids

October 4 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1515, 1562, 1795, 1876. 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 1515, Lucas Cranach the Younger was born. Lucas became known as german painter.
In 1562, Christen Sørensen Longomontanus was born. Christen became known as danish astronomer and author.
In 1795, napoleon first rises to prominence by suppressing counter-revolutionary rioters threatening the National Convention.
In 1876, the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas (now known as Texas A&M) opens as the first public college in Texas.

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