Historical Events
- RAF scatters 1st copies of "The Flying Hollander"
Famous Birthdays
- Betty Williams, Northern Irish political activist (Nobel Peace Prize 1976), born in Belfast, Northern Ireland (d. 2020)
- Edgar Marín, Costa Rican soccer striker (32 caps; Saprissa, Oakland Clippers, Kansas City Spurs), born in Pueblo Nuevo, Costa Rica (d. 2023)
- Gesine Schwan, German politician (Social Democratic Party of Germany) and professor, born in Berlin
Tommy John (80 years old)
American baseball pitcher (Yankee/Dodger), born in Terre Haute, Indiana
Famous Deaths
- Helen Herron Taft, American First lady (1909-13) wife of President William Howard Taft, planted Washington's cherry trees, dies at 81
Died in 1943 1943 Highlights
About May 22, 1943
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 11 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
