What happened this day in history May 22, 1915

What are the important events that happened on May 22, 1915? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.

May 22, 1915: Facts & Myths About This Day

May 22, 1915 is the 142nd day of the year 1915 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 223 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Saturday.

Under the Julian calendar, this day is May 9, 1915 – a Saturday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?

Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘hectatetracontadigon’ day.

If a person born on this day saved a Quarter every day starting at age 4, then by now that person has accumulated $9,574.50. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)

Gemini is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Emerald is the modern birthstone for this month. Sapphire is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.

Rabbit is the mythical animal and Wood is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.

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May 22, 1915 Historical Events

  • 1915
    Lassen Peak erupts with a powerful force, and is the only mountain other than Mount St. Helens to erupt in the continental US during the 20th century.
  • 1915
    Three trains collide in the Quintinshill rail crash near Gretna Green, Scotland, killing 227 people and injuring 246; the accident is found to be the result of non-standard operating practices during a shift change at a busy junction.

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