April 05

Saturday 05, 1930:

In an act of civil disobedience, Mohandas Gandhi breaks British law after marching to the sea and making salt.

Thursday 05, 1804:

The first recorded meteorite falls in Possil, Scotland (High Possil Meteorite).

Thursday 05, 1792:

U.S. President George Washington vetos a bill designed to apportion representatives among U.S. states. This is the first time the presidential veto has been used in the United States.

Monday 05, 1621:

The Mayflower sets sail from Plymouth on a return trip to Great Britain.

Saturday 05, 1242:

During a battle on the ice of Chudskoye Lake, Russian forces rebuff an invasion attempt by the Teutonic Knights.