May 05
Overview
Holidays & Observances
Children's Day(Japan,South Korea)
National holiday in Japan and South Korea celebrating the health and happiness of children.
Christianfeast day:
Angelus of Jerusalem, Aventinus of Tours, Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice, Frederick the Wise(Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod), Gotthard of Hildesheim, Hilary of Arles, Jutta of Kulmsee, Stanisław Kazimierczyk, May 5 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Commemorates the feast days of multiple Christian saints observed on May 5th across various denominations.
Cinco de Mayo(Mexico,United States)
Anniversary of the Mexican Army's victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, celebrated with cultural festivals in Mexico and the United States.
Constitution Day(Kyrgyzstan)
National holiday marking the adoption of Kyrgyzstan's constitution in 1993.
Europe Day(Council of Europe)
Commemorates the founding of the Council of Europe in 1949, promoting human rights and democracy across Europe.
Feast of al-KhadrorSaint George(Palestinian)
Religious celebration in Palestine honoring Al-Khadr (Saint George), revered by both Christians and Muslims.
Indian Arrival Day(Guyana)
Commemorates the arrival of Indian indentured laborers to Guyana in 1838 and their cultural legacy.
International Midwives' Day(International)
Annual observance recognizing the vital role of midwives in maternal and newborn health worldwide.
Liberation Day(Denmark,Netherlands)
Marks the liberation of Denmark and the Netherlands from Nazi occupation at the end of World War II in 1945.
Events
The Second Council of Constantinople begins.
The Second Council of Constantinople convened in 553 to address ongoing doctrinal disputes within the early Church.
Rebel barons renounce their allegiance to King John of England — part of a chain of events leading to the signing of the Magna Carta.
In 1215, English barons withdrew their loyalty to King John, setting the stage for the Magna Carta.
Kublai Khan becomes ruler of the Mongol Empire.
In 1260, Kublai Khan ascended as the Great Khan of the Mongol Empire, marking a pivotal shift in leadership.
On his second voyage to the New World, Christopher Columbus sights Jamaica, landing at Discovery Bay and declares Jamaica the property of the Spanish crown.
During his second expedition in 1494, Christopher Columbus discovered Jamaica and claimed it for Spain.
Daimyō (Lord) Shimazu Tadatsune of the Satsuma Domain in southern Kyūshū, Japan, completes his successful invasion of the Ryūkyū Kingdom in Okinawa.
In 1609, Lord Shimazu Tadatsune of Satsuma completed his invasion of the Ryūkyū Kingdom, extending his domain’s influence.
King Charles I of England dissolves the Short Parliament.
King Charles I dissolved the Short Parliament in 1640 after it refused to grant him funds for war.
Cromwell's Act of Grace, aimed at reconciliation with the Scots, proclaimed in Edinburgh.
Oliver Cromwell’s Act of Grace was proclaimed in Edinburgh in 1654 to extend reconciliation to the Scots.
Russia and Prussia sign the Treaty of St. Petersburg.
In 1762, Russia and Prussia signed the Treaty of St. Petersburg, ending hostilities and reshaping European alliances.
In France, the Estates-General convenes for the first time since 1614.
The Estates-General met in 1789 for the first time since 1614, igniting the French Revolution.
Births
King of Portugal from 1248 to 1279 who strengthened royal authority and expanded the kingdom’s territory.
Juan Manuel
Castilian prince and author best known for his collection of moral tales "Count Lucanor".
Preczlaw of Pogarell
14th-century Bohemian cardinal who served as Bishop of Wrocław and papal legate.
Rupert of Germany
Count Palatine of the Rhine who became King of Germany (King of the Romans) in 1400.
Guru Amar Das
Third Sikh Guru who advanced Sikh social practices and established the community center at Goindwal.
Stanislaus Hosius
Polish cardinal and leading figure of the Catholic Counter-Reformation in the 16th century.
Gabriel
French nobleman and soldier who accidentally mortally wounded King Henry II in a 1559 jousting tournament.
Thomas Cecil
English nobleman, soldier, and politician who served as the 1st Earl of Exeter and Lord Lieutenant of Northamptonshire.
John Frederick
Duke of Württemberg in the early 17th century noted for administrative reforms and religious policies.
Deaths
Gerontius
5th-century Archbishop of Milan during the decline of the Western Roman Empire.
Casimir II the Just
12th-century Duke of Poland known for his fair and just rule.
Hubert de Burgh
13th-century English nobleman and Chief Justiciar who served under King Henry III.
Constantine Palaiologos
Byzantine prince and military commander of the late 13th century.
13th- and 14th-century King of Naples who navigated complex dynastic and political challenges.
Elizabeth of Rhuddlan
13th-century English princess, daughter of King Edward I.
Prince Tsunenaga
14th-century Japanese imperial prince during the Nanboku-chō period.
Saint Philotheos
14th-century Coptic Christian martyr venerated for his faith and sacrifice.
Francesco Bussone da Carmagnola
Early 15th-century Italian condottiero who served as a mercenary leader in Renaissance Italy.