On This Day

Historical Events in May 1852

  • May 1 The Philippine peso is introduced into circulation

Historic Publication

May 1 Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm publish the first part of their German Dictionary (fully completed 1961)

Wilhelm Grimm
Author Wilhelm Grimm
Jacob Grimm
Author Jacob Grimm
  • May 8 Second London protocol signed reaffirming Danish federation control of independent Duchies of Holstein, Lauenburg and Schleswig
  • May 18 Massachusetts rules all school-age children must attend school

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