1974⚡ Event
First all-female team climbs Manaslu
An all-female Japanese team reached the summit of Manaslu in the Himalayas. They became the first women to climb a peak higher than 8,000 metres.
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What Happened on May 4?
Discover 15 historical moments on May 4 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on May 4(5)
1979⚡ Event
Margaret Thatcher becomes UK Prime Minister
Margaret Thatcher became the first female prime minister of the United Kingdom. This event occurred on May 4, 1979.
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1982⚡ Event
HMS Sheffield sunk in Falklands War
During the Falklands War, HMS Sheffield was struck by an Exocet missile, leading to its sinking. This was the first Royal Navy ship sunk in action since World War II.
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2000⚡ Event
Ken Livingstone becomes first Mayor of London
Ken Livingstone took office as the first mayor of London. This event occurred on May 4, 2000.
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2015⚡ Event
Malta Parliament moves to new building
The Parliament of Malta moved from the Grandmaster's Palace to the purpose-built Parliament House. This event occurred on May 3, 2015.
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Famous Birthdays on May 4(5)
1998🎂 Birth
Alexander O'Connor
Alexander O'Connor, also known as Rex Orange County, is an English musician.
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Notable Deaths on May 4(5)
2020🕊️ Death
Don Shula
Don Shula was an American football player and coach, most famous for coaching the Miami Dolphins.
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2020🕊️ Death
Greg Zanis
Greg Zanis was an American carpenter and activist, known for his 'Where Are They?' campaign.
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2021🕊️ Death
Nick Kamen
Nick Kamen was an English model and songwriter, known for his hit song 'Each Time You Break My Heart'.
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2024🕊️ Death
Frank Stella
Frank Stella was an American painter known for his work in Minimalism and Post-Painterly Abstraction.
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May 4 in History
May 4 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 1974 to the present day.
Major Events on May 4
Among the most notable events on May 4: First all-female team climbs Manaslu (1974), Margaret Thatcher becomes UK Prime Minister (1979), HMS Sheffield sunk in Falklands War (1982). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on May 4
Notable figures born on May 4 include Abi Masatora, Joseph Tapine, Shameik Moore. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on May 4
Remembered figures who died on May 4 include Don Shula, Greg Zanis, Nick Kamen. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on May 4?
- May 4 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 4?
- One of the most notable events on May 4 is: First all-female team climbs Manaslu.
- Who was born on May 4?
- Famous figures born on May 4 include Abi Masatora, Joseph Tapine, Shameik Moore.
- How many historical events happened on May 4?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on May 4, spanning centuries of world history.
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