Historical Events
- May 26 The Orlov Revolt, a first attempt to revolt against the Turks before the Greek War of Independence ends in disaster for the Greeks.
Famous Birthdays
- May 10 Louis-Nicholas Davout, French military commander under Napoleon (Marshall of the Empire, defeated Prussians at Battle of Auerstädt), born in Annoux, France (d. 1823)
- May 22 Princess Elizabeth of the United Kingdom, 7th child and 3rd daughter of King George III and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, born in Buckingham House, London (d. 1840)
Famous Weddings
Marie Antoinette & Louis XVI
May 16 Marie Antoinette (14) marries future King Louis XVI (15) of France
