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What was the name of the zeppelin that went on fire in New Jersey, USA, on May 6, 1937?
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On May 25, 1977, which groundbreaking film by George Lucas was released in theaters?
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In May 1980, which volcanic eruption caused widespread devastation in the state of Washington, USA?
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Napoleon Bonaparte died on May 5, 1821. According to his official autopsy, he died of what type of cancer?
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On May 6, 1954, Roger Bannister achieved a historic athletic feat. What did he accomplish?
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Magnificent!
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Born May 19, 1925, in Omaha, Nebraska, Malcolm X was a prominent minister and human rights activist during the civil rights movement. In what state was he assassinated?
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On May 28, 1937, which iconic structure opened to the public in San Francisco?
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On May 4, 1970, four students were mercilessly killed by the Ohio National Guard at what university?
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On May 14, 1796, which medical advancement was first introduced by Edward Jenner?
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Fabulous!
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On May 29, 1453, which significant historical event occurred?
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Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) was celebrated on May 8, 1945, marking the end of World War II in Europe. It came after the surrender of which country?
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Which famous artist died on May 2, 1519, at the age of 67?
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On May 29, 1953, who became the first people to reach the summit of Mount Everest?
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In May 1927, who became the first person to fly solo nonstop across the Atlantic Ocean?
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On May 30, 1431, which famous person was burned at the stake in France?
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Which famous ocean liner sank on May 7, 1915, after being torpedoed by a German submarine?
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Who is credited with inventing the very first laser in May of 1960?
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The Roger Bannister miracle mile actually happened in Vancouver B.C. at Empire stadium, NOT in England.
No it actually happened on on 6 May 1954 at Oxford University’s Iffley Road Track, England. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Four-minute_mile#:~:text=The%20first%20four%2Dminute%20mile,been%20broken%20by%201%2C755%20athletes.
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