1562
Massacre of Vassy
The Duke of Guise's armed retinue, passing through the Champagne town of Vassy, slaughtered dozens of Huguenots worshiping illegally in a barn.
John Hawkins's First Slave Voyage
The Plymouth captain John Hawkins, backed by London merchants, sailed to Sierra Leone, seized three hundred Africans, and sold them in Hispaniola.
Akbar Marries a Rajput Princess
Akbar married the Hindu princess Hira Kunwari of Amber, cementing the Mughal alliance with the most powerful Rajput clan.
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Frequently asked
What happened in the year 1562?
Saeculum lists 3 events from 1562. The most significant is Massacre of Vassy: The Duke of Guise's armed retinue, passing through the Champagne town of Vassy, slaughtered dozens of Huguenots worshiping illegally in a barn.
What era was 1562 part of?
1562 falls within the Renaissance (1501-1650). Reformation, conquest, and the world drawn whole.
Which regions saw notable events in 1562?
The events from 1562 span Europe, Africa and South Asia.