Roger Bannister becomes the first person to run the mile in under four minutes. On May 6, 1954, Roger Bannister, a British middle-distance runner, achieved…
5 May 1912
The first issue of the Bolshevik newspaper Pravda was published. “Pravda,” meaning “Truth” in Russian, was the official newspaper of the Bolshevik Party. Founded in…
4 May 1959
The 1st Annual Grammy Awards are held. The Grammy Awards, often referred to simply as the Grammys, is one of the most prestigious honors in…
3 May 1616
Treaty of Loudun ends a French civil war. The Treaty of Loudun, signed in 1616, was one of several treaties aimed at resolving the recurring…
2 May 1812
The Siege of Cuautla during the Mexican War of Independence ends with both sides claiming victory. The Mexican War of Independence was a pivotal conflict…
1 May 1900
The Scofield Mine disaster kills over 200 men in Scofield, Utah in what is to date the fifth-worst mining accident in United States history. The…
30 April 1871
The Camp Grant massacre takes place in Arizona Territory. The Camp Grant massacre, which occurred on April 30, 1871, is one of the darker episodes…
29 April 1916
Easter Rising: After six days of fighting, Irish rebel leaders surrender to British forces in Dublin, bringing the Easter Rising to an end. The 1916…
28 April 1923
Wembley Stadium is opened, named initially as the Empire Stadium. Wembley Stadium is a renowned football stadium located in London, England. It was rebuilt and…
27 April 2005
Airbus A380 aircraft has its maiden test flight. The Airbus A380 is a remarkable feat of aviation engineering, known for being the world’s largest passenger…