Performing Arts Series
On May 24, 1978, the USPS issued the first stamp in the Performing Arts Series, honoring Jimmie Rodgers.
This Day in History
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International Museum Day
On May 18, 1977, the first International Museum Day was celebrated around the world.
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Battle of Spotsylvania Court House
On May 8, 1864, the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House began.
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World’s Columbian Exposition
On May 1, 1893, the World’s Columbian Exposition opened in Chicago, Illinois.
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America’s First Presidential Inauguration
On April 30, 1789, George Washington was inaugurated as America’s first president.
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Charles Lindbergh, Airmail Pilot
On April 15, 1926, Charles Lindbergh made his first airmail flight.
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Launch of Pioneer 11
On April 5, 1973 (some sources cite April 6 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time), the Pioneer 11 space probe launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida.
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Discovery of the Terracotta Warriors
On March 29, 1974, the Terracotta Warriors were discovered. The collection of over 8,000 life-sized figures is the largest pottery figurine group found in China.
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Rise of Long-Distance Telephones
On March 27, 1884, the first long-distance phone call between New York and Boston was made.
