May 30

Saturday 30, 1998:

A 6.6 magnitude earthquake hits northern Afghanistan, killing up to 5,000.

Tuesday 30, 1967:

The Nigerian state of Biafra secedes, sparking a civil war.

Tuesday 30, 1854:

The Kansas-Nebraska Act becomes law establishing the US territories of Nebraska and Kansas.

Friday 30, 1806:

Andrew Jackson kills a man in a duel after the man had accused Jackson's wife of bigamy.

Wednesday 30, 1635:

Peace of Prague (30 Years War)

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