Famous Birthdays
- Daniel François Malan, Prime Minister of South Africa (1948-54) who began the implementation of apartheid, born in Riebeek-Wes, Cape Colony (d. 1959)
- Francesco Paolo Neglia, Italian composer, born in Enna, Italy (d. 1932)
1874 Highlights
About May 22, 1874
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 148 years, 10 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini