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May 6: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, May 6, 1840, the world's first adhesive postage stamp in a public postal system was used?
From January 1 to December 31, explore what happened on every day throughout history, including historical events, milestones, and notable birthdays, all in one place!
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May 6: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, May 6, 1840, the world's first adhesive postage stamp in a public postal system was used?
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May 5: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, May 5, 1921, Perfume Chanel No.5 was released?
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May 4: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, May 4, 1910, the Royal Canadian Navy was established?
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May 3: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, May 3, 1978, the first ever "spam" email was sent out?
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May 2: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, May 2, 1918, General Motors bought the Chevrolet Motor Company?
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May 1: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, May 1, 1930, the "planet" Pluto was officially named?
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April 30: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, April 30, 1952, Mr. Potato Head became the first toy advertised on TV?
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April 29: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, April 29, 1953, Space Patrol aired the first 3D television episode?
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April 28: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, April 28, 1994, The Simpsons aired its 100th episode?
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April 27: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, April 27, 1810, Beethoven composed "Für Elise"?
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April 26: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, April 26, 1954, the first major mass trials of polio vaccines began?
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April 25: Facts & Historical Events On This Day
Did you know that on this day, April 25, 1947, President Harry Truman opened a bowling alley in the White House?