Tag: today in history
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Churchill’s First Prime Minister Speech
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May 13, 1940, Winston Churchill made his first speech as Prime Minister.
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Polk Asks For Declaration of War
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May 11, 1846, President James K. Polk asked Congress to declare war on Mexico.
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Victoria Woodhull Nominated President
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May 10, 1872, Victoria Woodhull made history by becoming the first woman nominated for president.
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First Birth Control Pill Approved
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May 9, 1960, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first birth control pill.