May 09

Monday 09, 1994:

Nelson Mandela is inaugurated as South Africa's first black president.

Monday 09, 1927:

The Australian Parliament first convenes in Canberra.

Saturday 09, 1874:

The first horse drawn carriage made its début in the city of Mumbai, plying on two routes.

Saturday 09, 1868:

The city of Reno, Nevada, is founded.

Saturday 09, 1671:

Thomas Blood, disguised as a clergyman, attempts to steal the Crown Jewels from the Tower of London. He is immediately caught because he is too drunk to run with the loot. He is later condemned to death and then mysteriously pardoned and exiled by King Charles II.