On this day in history
What happened on 13 May
3 events from Bangladesh and around the world took place on 13 May. Use the arrows to move a day at a time, or filter by category.
- Jamestown was established as the first permanent English colonyWorld
- Three children reported the first Fatima apparition in PortugalCultural
- Pope John Paul II survived an assassination attempt in Vatican CityWorld
About these entries
Each date lists a handful of events chosen for their lasting importance: milestones in the history of Bangladesh and Bengal, turning points in world affairs, and landmarks in culture and science. Years follow the Gregorian calendar.
Bangladesh dates are given as they are observed in the country. Where a historical source disagrees on a day, the most widely cited date is used.