1572 (AD 1572) Historical Timeline & Archive

Explore biographies of historical figures born or commemorated in 1572 (AD 1572) from the 2Day Chrono-Wiki encyclopedia.

Notable Figures in 1572 (AD 1572) (4)

  • Ben Jonson (Born: 1572-06-11) — Master dramatist of the English Renaissance, known for satire and comedy of humours.
  • Izumo no Okuni (Born: 1572) — Believed inventor of Kabuki theatre, a Japanese art form of singing and dancing.
  • John Donne (Born: 1572) — Metaphysical poet, scholar, and cleric whose work blended sensual and divine themes.
  • Túpac Amaru (Died: 1572-09-24) — Last Sapa Inca of the Neo-Inca State, executed by the Spanish.