Historical Events
- Conscription begins in Britain
- French driven out of Fort Douaumont after 500 killed or injured
- Last British-Indian contract workers arrive in Suriname
- US pilot William Thaw shoots down a German Fokker
Famous Birthdays
- Roden Cutler, Australian diplomat and Governor (New South Wales), born in Manly, New South Wales (d. 2002)
About May 24, 1916
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 11 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini
