May
Our website brings you a daily update on important May events from both World history and Indian history. Explore what happened in Indian history in the month of May, from significant cultural achievements to major political milestones.
At the same time, dive into what happened in world history in the month of May, where global events changed the course of nations. Perfect for students and history enthusiasts, this page offers easy-to-read insights on events that shaped the world and India, all within the month of May.
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Robert Koch: Pioneer of Modern Microbiology
Robert Koch (11 December 1843 – 27 May 1910) was a German physician and microbiologist. In 1905, Robert Koch was…
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Brenda Lee: Trailblazing Advocate for Transgender and LGBT Rights in Brazil
Brenda Lee (29 January 1948 – 28 May 1996) was a Brazilian transgender LGBT rights activist. Brenda was considered as supportive…
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Frankie Manning: The Legend Who Danced Through History
Frankie Manning (26 May 1914 – 27 April 2009) was an American dancer, instructor, and choreographer. Manning is considered one…
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26 May in Indian and World History
26 May in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 26 May is the birth…
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Saridjah Niung: Champion of Indonesian Traditional Music and Culture
Saridjah Niung (26 March 1908 – 126 May 1993) was an Indonesian musician, music teacher, children's songwriter, radio broadcaster, playwright,…
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From Oxford to Eros: The Alan Hollinghurst Journey
Alan Hollinghurst is a British novelist and screenwriter. McEwan won the Booker Prize in 1998.
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Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories: History, Theme, and Significance
The observation Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories aimed to show support to Non-Self-Governing Territories. Non-Self-Governing Territories are those whose…
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Pieter Zeeman: Discovering the Secrets of Magnetism and Nobel Laureate
Pieter Zeeman (25 May 1865 – 9 October 1943) was a Dutch physicist who made significant contributions to the field…
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25 May in Indian and World History
25 May in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 25 May is the birth…
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Celebrating life and legacy of Shrikant Verma
Shrikant Verma (18 September 1931 – 25 May 1986) was an Indian poet and a Member of Parliament from Madhya…
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Annette von Droste-Hülshoff: Poetess of Romanticism and Cultural Icon
Annette von Droste-Hülshoff (10 January 1797 – 24 May 1848) was a 19th-century German poet, novelist, and composer of Classical music. She was…
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Joseph Brodsky: Poet Laureate of Exile and Dissent
Joseph Brodsky (24 May 1940 - 28 January 1996) was a renowned poet and essayist. He received the Nobel Prize…
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Mikhail Sholokhov: Chronicler of Cossack Life and Soviet Russia
Mikhail Sholokhov (24 May 1905 – 21 February 1984) was a Russian novelist. He was awarded the 1965 Nobel Prize…
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Commonwealth Day: History, Theme, and Significance
Every year on May 24, India celebrates Commonwealth Day which is also referred to as Empire Day. India, along with…
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24 May in Indian and World History
24 May in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 24 May is the birth…
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