September 13 in History for Kids

September 13 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1502, 1594, 1743, 1788. 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 September hub for the rest of the month.

In 1502, John Leland was born. John became known as english poet and historian.
In 1594, Francesco Manelli was born. Francesco became known as italian theorbo player and composer.
In 1743, great Britain, Austria and the Kingdom of Sardinia sign the Treaty of Worms.
In 1788, the Congress of the Confederation sets the date for the first presidential election in the United States, and New York City becomes the country's temporary…

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