On this day:
1844: Siyyid `Alí Muḥammad Shírází founds Bábism, the forerunner of Bahá’í faith
1949: The Federal Republic of Germany is established
1951: Delegates of the Dalai Lama sign the Seventeen Point Agreement
Born on this day:
1707: Carl Linnaeus, Swedish botanist, physician, zoologist
Gone on this day:
1937: John D. Rockefeller, American businessman, philanthropist, founded the Standard Oil Company
Important Days
Important Days in May 2026: National & International Days You Should Know
Find a comprehensive list of all National and International Important Days In May to give a boost to your competitive exam preparation!
