1934⚡ Event
Toledo Auto-Lite strike violence
A violent confrontation occurred between thousands of strikers and sheriff's deputies during a strike against the Electric Auto-Lite company in Toledo, Ohio.
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What Happened on May 23?
Discover 15 historical moments on May 23 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on May 23(5)
1939⚡ Event
USS Squalus sinks
The U.S. Navy submarine Squalus sank off the coast of New Hampshire during testing, resulting in the deaths of 26 crew members.
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1974⚡ Event
Airbus A300 enters service
The Airbus A300, the first twin-engined wide-body airliner, began service with Air France.
technology
1999⚡ Event
Owen Hart's death
Professional wrestler Owen Hart died during a World Wrestling Federation event after falling from the rafters onto the ring.
entertainmentsports
2008⚡ Event
International Court of Justice ruling on Middle Rocks and Pedra Branca
The International Court of Justice awarded the Middle Rocks to Malaysia and Pedra Branca to Singapore, resolving a 29-year-old territorial dispute in the Singapore Strait.
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Famous Birthdays on May 23(5)
Notable Deaths on May 23(5)
2020🕊️ Death
Hana Kimura
Hana Kimura, a Japanese professional wrestler, has died. She was born in 1997.
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2021🕊️ Death
Eric Carle
Eric Carle, the American children's book author and illustrator best known for 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar,' has died. He was born in 1929.
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2024🕊️ Death
Morgan Spurlock
Morgan Spurlock, an American filmmaker known for his documentary work, has died. He was born in 1970.
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May 23 in History
May 23 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1934 to the present day.
Major Events on May 23
Among the most notable events on May 23: Toledo Auto-Lite strike violence (1934), USS Squalus sinks (1939), Airbus A300 enters service (1974). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on May 23
Notable figures born on May 23 include Felipe Drugovich, Israel Reyes, Brennan Johnson. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on May 23
Remembered figures who died on May 23 include Hana Kimura, Ron Hill, Eric Carle. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on May 23?
- May 23 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on May 23?
- One of the most notable events on May 23 is: Toledo Auto-Lite strike violence.
- Who was born on May 23?
- Famous figures born on May 23 include Felipe Drugovich, Israel Reyes, Brennan Johnson.
- How many historical events happened on May 23?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on May 23, spanning centuries of world history.
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