1328day.year
Philip VI is crowned King of France.
Philip VI was crowned the first Valois king of France, inaugurating a new dynasty and setting the stage for future conflicts.
On May 29, 1328, Philip VI took the French crown in Reims Cathedral, becoming the first monarch of the Valois dynasty. His accession followed the death of Charles IV and a disputed succession that bypassed female inheritance. Philip's reign would soon face challenges from Edward III of England, who claimed the French throne, igniting the Hundred Years' War. The new king sought to consolidate royal authority and navigate the complex feudal allegiances of his realms. His coronation symbolized a dynastic shift that reshaped medieval European politics. The Valois era would extend France's influence and witness both grandeur and turmoil in the centuries to follow.
1328
Philip VI
King of France
1660day.year
English Restoration: Charles II is restored to the throne of England, Scotland and Ireland.
Charles II was restored as monarch of England, Scotland, and Ireland, ending the republican Interregnum.
The English Restoration on May 29, 1660, saw Charles II formally reclaim the thrones abandoned after his father's execution. Following years of republican rule under Oliver Cromwell, the monarchy returned with widespread public celebration. The Convention Parliament invited Charles back from exile, leading to a relatively peaceful restoration of royal authority. The event marked the end of the English Civil Wars and the Commonwealth period. It ushered in a new era of constitutional monarchy and realigned religious and political power. Charles II's reign, known for its cultural vibrancy and court intrigues, would leave a lasting impact on British history. The Restoration shaped the future of parliamentary democracy in the British Isles.
1660
English Restoration
Charles II
England
Scotland
Ireland
1733day.year
The right of settlers in New France to enslave natives is upheld at Quebec City.
In 1733, a colonial court in Quebec City upheld the legal right of settlers in New France to enslave Indigenous peoples, entrenching a grim chapter of colonial law.
In 1733, the colonial administration in Quebec City upheld the right of settlers in New France to enslave Indigenous peoples.
The ruling reinforced a legal framework that allowed widespread forced labor and dehumanization of native communities.
Widely cited by colonial landowners, it legitimized the brutal exploitation of Indigenous men, women, and children.
By affirming this authority, the verdict deepened the social and economic disparities between European settlers and Indigenous nations.
The decision left a lasting legacy of injustice, shaping racial and legal hierarchies in colonial North America.
1733
New France
enslave natives
Quebec City
1790day.year
Rhode Island becomes the last of North America's original Thirteen Colonies to ratify the Constitution and become one of the United States.
Rhode Island became the 13th and final original colony to ratify the U.S. Constitution, completing the framework for the new republic.
On May 29, 1790, after intense debate and public referenda, Rhode Island ratified the United States Constitution.
As the last of the thirteen original colonies to join, it filled the final seat in the new federal union.
Initially wary of centralized authority, many Rhode Islanders feared losing local autonomy.
Economic pressures and promises of congressional representation ultimately swayed the vote.
With its ratification, the Constitution went into full effect, cementing the legislative and executive structures of the fledgling nation.
1790
Rhode Island
Thirteen Colonies
Constitution
United States
1807day.year
Mustafa IV became Sultan of the Ottoman Empire and Caliph of Islam.
Mustafa IV ascended to the Ottoman throne and became Caliph of Islam, marking a turbulent period in the empire’s leadership.
On May 29, 1807, Mustafa IV succeeded his brother to become Sultan of the Ottoman Empire and Caliph of Islam.
His accession occurred amid growing unrest and challenges from reformist factions.
Known for his conservative outlook, Mustafa struggled to reconcile modernization efforts with traditional power structures.
His short reign would soon face a coup that deposed him in favor of his cousin Mahmoud II.
The episode illustrated the empire’s fragile balance between reform and reaction in the early 19th century.
1807
Mustafa IV
Sultan of the Ottoman Empire
Caliph of Islam
1825day.year
The Coronation of Charles X of France takes place in Reims Cathedral, the last ever coronation of a French monarch.
Charles X’s coronation at Reims Cathedral in 1825 was the final French monarchial crowning ceremony, blending medieval ritual with Restoration politics.
On May 29, 1825, Charles X was crowned King of France at the historic Reims Cathedral in a lavish ceremony.
The event revived centuries-old coronation rituals, displaying the monarchy’s divine authority.
Amidst Restoration-era enthusiasm, thousands gathered to witness the ornate procession and anointment.
Critics decried the expense and ceremonial revival as out of touch with post-revolutionary society.
As the last coronation of a French sovereign, it symbolized both the monarchy’s resilience and its fading future.
1825
Coronation of Charles X
Reims Cathedral
1864day.year
Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico arrives in Mexico for the first time.
Austrian archduke Maximilian I landed in Veracruz, beginning his controversial reign as Emperor of Mexico under French auspices.
On May 29, 1864, Archduke Maximilian of Austria arrived in Veracruz to assume the Mexican imperial throne.
Backed by French forces, his installation aimed to establish a conservative monarchy in Mexico.
Welcomed by some elites but opposed by Republican forces loyal to Benito Juárez, his arrival deepened political divisions.
Maximilian’s reign would face continuous guerrilla resistance and financial strain.
His ill-fated empire ultimately collapsed, underscoring the perils of foreign intervention in Mexico.
1864
Emperor
Maximilian I of Mexico
1867day.year
The Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867 ("the Compromise") is born through Act 12, which establishes the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
The Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867 established the Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary, balancing power between Austria and Hungary under Emperor Franz Joseph I.
On May 29, 1867, Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I and Hungarian leaders reached an agreement that reshaped the empire's structure. Act 12 of the Compromise formalized the creation of the Dual Monarchy, granting Hungary its own parliament, budget, and internal administration. Both Austria and Hungary retained a common monarch, foreign policy, and military command. The new arrangement aimed to quell nationalist tensions and stabilize Habsburg rule. It marked a significant shift in Central European geopolitics, influencing diplomatic relations for decades. The Dual Monarchy would last until the empire's dissolution at the end of World War I.
1867
Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867
Austro-Hungarian Empire
1900day.year
N'Djamena is founded as Fort-Lamy by the French commander Émile Gentil.
French commander Émile Gentil founded Fort-Lamy (now N'Djamena) on the Chari River, establishing a colonial outpost in central Africa.
On May 29, 1900, French colonial forces under Émile Gentil established Fort-Lamy at the confluence of the Chari and Logone rivers. Named after French Army officer Amédée-François Lamy, the fort served as a strategic administrative center in French Equatorial Africa. The location helped France control trade routes and local populations in what is now Chad. Over time, the settlement grew into a bustling colonial capital. In 1973, it was renamed N'Djamena following national independence. Today, the city remains Chad's largest urban center and political heart, linking its colonial past with modern West African society.
1900
N'Djamena
Émile Gentil
1903day.year
In the May Coup, Alexander I, King of Serbia, and Queen Draga, are assassinated in Belgrade by the Black Hand (Crna Ruka) organization.
In the 1903 May Coup, Serbian King Alexander I and Queen Draga were assassinated in a palace coup led by the Black Hand organization.
On the night of May 29, 1903, Serbian military officers and members of the secret society known as the Black Hand stormed the royal palace in Belgrade. They assassinated King Alexander I Obrenović and his wife, Queen Draga, ending the Obrenović dynasty. The violent coup aimed to remove a ruler perceived as corrupt and under foreign influence. The conspirators installed Peter I Karađorđević as the new monarch, shifting Serbia's political orientation. This dramatic event destabilized the Balkans and set the stage for future tensions that contributed to the outbreak of World War I. The May Coup remains a pivotal moment in Serbia's national history.
1903
May Coup
Alexander I
Queen Draga
assassinated
Black Hand
1931day.year
Michele Schirru, a citizen of the United States, is executed by a Royal Italian Army firing squad for intent to kill Benito Mussolini.
Italian authorities executed Michele Schirru in 1931 for plotting to assassinate Benito Mussolini.
On May 29, 1931, the American-born anarchist Michele Schirru was executed by a Royal Italian Army firing squad in Florence after being convicted of conspiring to kill Fascist leader Benito Mussolini. Despite pleas for clemency, Mussolini refused to commute the sentence, showcasing the regime's harsh stance against political dissent. Schirru's trial and execution highlighted the lengths to which the Fascist government would go to maintain control. He became a symbol of the anarchist movement and a cautionary tale about the dangers of political extremism. The event reverberated internationally, sparking debates on human rights and the perils of authoritarian rule.
1931
Michele Schirru
citizen of the United States
Royal Italian Army
Benito Mussolini
1932day.year
World War I veterans begin to assemble in Washington, D.C., in the Bonus Army to request cash bonuses promised to them to be paid in 1945.
During the Great Depression in 1932, World War I veterans marched on Washington, D.C., as the Bonus Army to demand early payment of bonuses promised for their service.
In May 1932, thousands of World War I veterans converged on the U.S. capital in hopes of securing immediate cash bonuses that had been legislated for 1945 payment. Facing economic hardship and unemployment, the veterans set up makeshift camps near the Capitol. Their peaceful protest quickly gained national attention and sympathy. President Hoover ordered the removal of the veterans, leading to clashes with law enforcement. The harsh response included the use of tear gas and cavalry, shocking the public. Though the marchers failed to obtain immediate relief, their actions influenced later reforms such as the G.I. Bill. The Bonus Army remains a defining moment in American protest history.
1932
World War I
veterans
Washington, D.C.
Bonus Army