May
8th
:
A Recap of
Historical Moments
Worth Remembering in
USA
May 8, 1541
01.
Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto lands in Florida, beginning his search for gold.
May 8, 1794
02.
The United States Post Office is created.
May 8, 1886
03.
Coca-Cola is first sold to the public at Jacob's Pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia.
May 8, 1945
04.
Victory in Europe (VE) Day is celebrated after Germany surrenders, ending World War II.
May 8, 1970
05.
Anti-Vietnam War protests on college campuses turn deadly as National Guardsmen open fire.
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