This Day in History: May 19
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 19. In 1536, Anne Boleyn is beheaded for treason related to the birth of her daughter, Elizabeth. The second […]
This Day in History: May 18
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 18. In 1896, the U.S. Supreme Court rules in favor of John Howard Ferguson in Plessy v. Ferguson, marking […]
This Day in History: May 17
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 17. In 1954, the U.S. Supreme Court decides in a landmark ruling that racial segregation in schools is unconstitutional […]
This Day in History: May 16
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 16. In 1918, the U.S. Congress passes the Sedition Act, which essentially criminalized anti-war activism and public dissent against […]
This Day in History: May 15
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 15. In 1942, the first Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps are organized, allowing women to be officially inducted into the […]
This Day in History: May 14
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 14. In 1607, around 100 settlers from London arrive to what would become the colony of Jamestown. Known as […]
This Day in History: May 13
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 13. In 1846, the United States Congress formally declares war on Mexico, sparking the Mexican-American War. This dispute originated […]
This Day in History: May 12
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 12. In 1551, the National University of San Marcos (or the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos) in Peru […]
This Day in History: May 11
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 11. In 1858, the Territory of Minnesota joins the Union and becomes the 32nd U.S. state. Known as the […]
This Day in History: May 10
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 10. In 1773, British parliament passes the Tea Act to the American colonists’ dismay, making the East India Tea […]