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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Jack Steinberger: Unraveling the Mysteries of Particle Physics
Jack Steinberger (25 May 1921 - 12 December 2020) was a renowned physicist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in…
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Unmasking a Legend: The Story of Nelly Sachs
Nelly Sachs (10 December 1891 – 12 May 1970) was a German-Swedish poet and playwright. He was awarded the 2019…
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Alfred Day Hershey: Unraveling the Genetic Secrets of Viruses
Alfred Day Hershey (4 December 1908 – 22 May 1997) was an American bacteriologist and geneticist. He was awarded the…
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Francisco Pascasio Moreno: Explorer, Scientist, and Protector of Patagonia
Francisco Pascasio Moreno (31 May 852 – November 22, 1919) was a prominent explorer and academic in Argentina, where he…
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Otto von Guericke: A Visionary in Science
Otto von Guericke (November 20, 1602 – May 11, 1686) stands as an eminent figure in the realms of physics…
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Pierre-Gilles de Gennes: A Trailblazer in Soft Matter Physics
Pierre-Gilles de Gennes (24 October 1932 – 18 May 2007) was a French physicist who made significant contributions to the…
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Willem Einthoven: Revolutionizing Cardiology with the Electrocardiogram
Willem Einthoven (21 May 1860 – 29 September 1927) was a Dutch doctor and physiologist. He was awarded the Nobel…
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Léon Bourgeois: Advocate for Peace, Justice, and Human Rights
Léon Bourgeois (21 May 1851 – 29 September 1925) was a French statesman. In 1920, Léon Bourgeois was awarded the…
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Borders and Bridges: The Legacy of Gloria E. Anzaldúa
Image Courtesy: Google Doodle Gloria E. Anzaldúa (September 26, 1942 – May 15, 2004) was a visionary Chicana author, poet,…
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Peter Carl Fabergé: Master Goldsmith and Imperial Jeweler
Peter Carl Fabergé (30 May 1846 – 24 September 1920), was a Russian jeweler best known for the famous Fabergé…
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Jim Henson: Master of Puppetry and Imagination
Image Courtesy: Google Doodle Jim Henson (September 24, 1936 – May 16, 1990) was a visionary American puppeteer, filmmaker, and…
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Celebrating Life and Legacy of Romy Schneider
Image Courtesy: Google Doodle Romy Schneider (September 23, 1938 – May 29, 1982) was a beloved Austrian-French actress who enchanted…
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John Cockcroft: Advancing Nuclear Physics and Breakthroughs in Particle Acceleration
John Cockcroft (27 May 1897 – 18 September 1967) was a prominent British physicist who made significant contributions to the…
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B.B. King: The Guitarist Who Defined the Blues
Riley B. King (September 16, 1925 – May 14, 2015) known professionally as B.B. King, was a renowned American blues…
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George Sudarshan: Trailblazer in Theoretical Physics and Quantum Optics
George Sudarshan (16 September 1931 – 13 May 2018) was an Indian American theoretical physicist and a professor at the…
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