What happened 1598 AD

The 17th and 18th centuries include what is known as a golden age of libraries; during this some of the more important libraries were founded in Europe. Francis Trigge Chained Library of St. Wulfram's Church, Grantham, Lincolnshire was founded in 1598 by the rector of nearby Welbourne.

Korean martial arts developed from the Joseon era and texts such as Muyejebo (1598).

The Jews were kicked out of Italy.

Theodore Ivanovich, also known as Feodor I, died at 40.

Theelector of Brandenburg died at the age of 72.