May 10

Thursday 10, 2001:

In Ghana, a stampede at a football game kills over 120 spectators.

Friday 10, 1940:

World War II: Winston Churchill appointed Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Friday 10, 1872:

Victoria Woodhull becomes the first woman nominated for President of the United States.

Wednesday 10, 1865:

American Civil War: Union soldiers ambush and mortally wound Confederate raider William Quantrill in Kentucky (he lingered until his death on June 6).

Tuesday 10, 1768:

John Wilkes is imprisoned for writing an article for the North Briton severely criticizing King George III. This action provokes rioting in London.

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