1520s

The 1520s was a decade that started on 1 January 1520 and ended on 31 December 1529.

It is distinct from the decade known as the 153th decade which began on January 1, 1521 and ended on December 31, 1530.

Events

Births

  • Anne Askew, English Protestant martyr (1521)
  • Taqi al-Din, Muslim scientist (1526)

Deaths