Historical Events in 1502
7 curated events dated to this year, and 4 musicalized poets on V2Melody were alive then.
18,575 historical events · 670 poets with dates
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Appointment as Groom of the Chamber
Stephen Hawes was appointed Groom of the Chamber to King Henry VII in England. This position placed him at the center of Tudor court life,…
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Christopher Columbus Encounters Cacao Beans
During his fourth voyage in 1502, Christopher Columbus encountered cacao beans in the New World, which he later brought back to Europe. Thi…
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Newfoundland Cod Fishery Boom
The Newfoundland cod fishery boom began in 1502, as European fleets from England, France, Portugal, and Spain established seasonal cod fish…
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Construction of the Château de Chambord Begins
The construction of the Château de Chambord in France begins in 1502, commissioned by King Francis I. This architectural marvel showcases…
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Construction of the Tempio Malatestiano Begins
In Rimini, Italy, the construction of the Tempio Malatestiano, a Renaissance church designed by architect Leon Battista Alberti, begins in…
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Publication of the First Book on Navigation
The first book on navigation, 'De Orbis Situ,' is published in 1502, providing essential knowledge for sailors and navigators. This work, a…
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Introduction of the Astrolabe in Navigation
In 1502, the astrolabe, an ancient instrument used for solving problems related to time and the position of the stars, is increasingly adop…
Poets in 1502
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