May 7th is officially Cosmopolitan Day & Roast Leg of Lamb Day.
We made it to day 128 of the year, and there are 238 days remaining until the end of 2024.
There were so many incredible events that happened on this day throughout history, and that’s what we’re going to look at today. Here you’ll find not only historical events, but also facts about this day and so much more!
Did you know that on this day in 1946, Tokyo Telecommunications Engineering was founded? It would go on to become Sony and started out with only 8 employees.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about May 7th in history!
Events
What memorable events happened on May 7 in history? Keep reading to find out!
1920
The Democratic Republic of Georgia’s independence was recognized by the Soviet Union.
The two parties signed the Treaty of Moscow, which stated that Georgia must not grant asylum to any military aggressors who aligned against the Union’s interests in exchange for recognition of its independence. Nine months later, the Soviet Union broke the agreement and invaded Georgia.
1824
Ludwig van Beethoven’s 9th (Chorale) Symphony premiered in Vienna.
Often regarded as his greatest work, this choral symphony was the last complete symphony composed by Beethoven. It is widely accepted as his greatest work and a significant achievement in the history of western music. It remains one of the most performed symphonies in the world.
Famous Births
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Alexander Ludwig? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1998
MrBeast
American
YouTuber
Age:
26 years old
Born In:
Kansas, USA
1987
Chiara Ferragni
Italian
Blogger
Age:
37 years old
Born In:
Cremona, Italy
1992
Alexander Ludwig
Canadian
Actor
Age:
32 years old
Born In:
British Columbia, Canada
1840
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Russian
Composer
Died On:
Nov 6, 1893 (Age 53)
Born In:
Votkinsk, Russia
1919
Eva Perón
Argentine
Politician
Died On:
Jul 26, 1952 (Age 33)
Born In:
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Quotes
Below you’ll find the most popular things people have said or written on this day throughout history.
2018
Our biggest misconception is that we think we’re separate from one another.
RuPaul
American Drag Queen
Special Holidays
If you’re looking for something to do today, maybe these special holidays might just help to cure your boredom!
National Roast Leg of Lamb Day
You can have a roast leg of lamb on any day of the year, of course, but today you really have to! Well, not really, but what better excuse is there to roast up a beautiful leg of lamb than a day explicitly made for that? You don’t have to make it yourself, either; dining out is okay too!
National Cosmopolitan Day
Take a little bit of vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and lime juice and shake it all up, and you have yourself a delicious cosmopolitan! The backstory of this drink is a little cloudy, but does that really matter? So why not celebrate by drinking some cosmos today!
THe Fact Site’s
Fun Fact Of The Day
During 1943, US officials imposed a short-lived ban on sliced bread as a wartime conservation measure. It lasted less than three months.
Birthday & Zodiac
Everyone who was born on this day shares the zodiac sign of Taurus.
Taurus is an earth sign represented by the bull. Much like bulls, Taureans are known for their loyalty. They’re strong, proud, and devoted to the people around them.
People born in May have the Emerald birthstone. The lush green color of the Emerald birthstone is the perfect choice for this month, as green is a color that signifies hope, the coming of spring, regeneration, and new growth.
Anyone born on May 7 would likely have been conceived around August 14 in the previous year.
A baby that is conceived on May 7, 2024, will be due next year around January 28.
