Historical Events
- American Revolution: Green Mountain Boys capture Fort Ticonderoga, New York
- Second Continental Congress convenes in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and issues paper currency for 1st time
Appointment of Interest
Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia names George Washington Supreme Commander
George Washington
Famous Birthdays
- Robert Gray, Sea Captain (d. 1806)
Famous Deaths
- Caroline Matilda of Great Britain, Queen consort of Denmark and Norway, dies at 23
1775 Highlights
About May 10, 1775
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 246 years, 2 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
