List of 1626 Major News Events in History, Most Important Historical Events in 1626
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| February 27, 1626 | Yuan Chonghuan is appointed Governor of Liaodong, after leading the Chinese into a great victory against the Manchurians under Nurhaci. |
| May 4, 1626 | Dutch explorer Peter Minuit arrives in New Netherland (present day Manhattan Island) aboard the See Meeuw. |
| May 24, 1626 | Peter Minuit buys Manhattan. |
| November 18, 1626 | The new St. Peter's Basilica in Rome is consecrated. |