Major Events
- Jan 22 The first contingent of 150 Swiss Guards arrive at the Vatican
- Apr 18 The cornerstone of the current St. Peter's Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II
- Apr 30 Philip of Burgundy & England sign trade agreement
- May 19 Christopher Columbus selects his son Diego Columbus as sole heir
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Christopher ColumbusFamous Weddings in 1506
- May 29 William I, Count of Nassau-Dillenburg weds Countess Walburga of Egmont
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