On this day in history
What happened on 24 May
3 events from Bangladesh and around the world took place on 24 May. Use the arrows to move a day at a time, or filter by category.
- Queen Victoria, longest-reigning British monarch of her time, was bornWorld
- Samuel Morse sent the first telegraph message: 'What hath God wrought'Science
- Brooklyn Bridge was opened to the public in New York CityScience
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.