AP Today in History
May 19 is the 139th day of the year (140th on a leap year) on the Gregorian calendar.http://www.infoplease.com/spot/gregorian1.html The Zodiac sign for individuals born on this day is Taurus. http://www.findyourfate.com/astrology/taurus.htm
Around the world, May 19 is observed as World Hepatitis Day. The day is designed to call attention to Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C, calling specific attention to prevention and treatment.http://www.worldhepatitisalliance.org/en/AboutViralHepatitis.aspx Hepatitis B and C can reek havoc on the liver if left untreated, and over one million people die annually from Hepatitis or as a direct effect of the disease. The first World Hepatitis Day was held in 2004 with the theme "You have company."http://www.worldhepatitisalliance.org/en/AboutViralHepatitis.aspx
The 1960s
- 1967: The Soviet Union ratified a treaty with the United States and Britain banning Nuclear Weapons from Outer Space.
- 1962: During a fundraiser in New York City, Marilyn Monroe sang "Happy Birthday" to John F. Kennedy.
May 19 1962
1962: During a fundraiser in New York City, Marilyn Monroe sang "Happy Birthday" to John F. Kennedy.
The 1500s
- 1536: Henry VIII of England second wife Anne Boleyn is beheaded after being accused of adultery.
- 1588: The Spanish Armada sets sail to secure control of the English Channel.
May 19 Moment of Zen
The Daily Show: May the Force be With You (1999)
Holidays and Observances
Famous Birthdays
- 1945: Pete Townshend - The Who
- 1925: Malcolm X - Civil Rights Leader
- 1925: Pol Pot - Cambodia Leader
- 1890: Ho Chi Minh - Vietnamese Leader
Famous Deaths
Music Chart Toppers
Top Box Office Movies
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