🗓️ On This Day – 7th May: A Glimpse Through History
Welcome to another edition of “On This Day” by AssamJobsGuide.com, where we highlight key historical events from around the world, India, and Assam. Let’s explore why May 7th is worth remembering.
🌍 Global Events on May 7
- 1915 – The British ocean liner RMS
Lusitania was sunk by a German U-boat during World War I, killing
1,198 people.
- 1945 – Germany signed an
unconditional surrender to Allied forces, marking the end of World War
II in Europe.
- 2000 – Vladimir Putin was
inaugurated as President of Russia for the first time.
🇮🇳 Notable Indian Events on May 7
- 1861 – Birth of Rabindranath Tagore,
Nobel Laureate, poet, philosopher, and composer of India’s national
anthem.
- 1998 – India’s Pokhran nuclear test
preparations began in secrecy, leading to the historic tests a few days
later.
- 2014 – The 8th phase of India’s 2014
General Elections took place with record voter turnout in several regions.
🏞️ Assam & Northeast India on May 7
- Rabindra Jayanti is celebrated in many parts of
Assam, especially in schools, universities, and cultural centres, to
honour the legacy of Rabindranath Tagore.
- Cultural events, poetry readings,
music performances, and essay competitions are organized in Guwahati and
other towns.
- Tagore's connection with the
Northeast, particularly Shillong, where he wrote parts of Shesher
Kobita, is fondly remembered.
🎂 Notable Birthdays on May 7
- Rabindranath Tagore (1861) – Indian poet, writer, and the
first Asian to win the Nobel Prize in Literature (1913).
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840) – Renowned Russian composer known
for Swan Lake and The Nutcracker.
- Gary Cooper (1901) – American actor and Hollywood
icon of the Golden Age.
🕊️ Notable Deaths on May 7
- Edward VII (1910) – King of the United Kingdom and
Emperor of India.
- Johnny Unitas (2002) – American football quarterback
regarded as one of the greatest NFL players of all time.
💬 Quote of the Day
🧠 Did You Know?
- Rabindranath Tagore was not only a
poet but also a painter, philosopher, and social reformer. He renounced
his knighthood after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
- The Lusitania tragedy played a
crucial role in shifting U.S. public opinion during World War I.
🧾 Closing Thoughts
May 7 is a day rich with cultural
significance, historical milestones, and moments of reflection. From
celebrating Tagore’s timeless legacy to remembering key global events, it
reminds us of the depth and diversity of human experience.
📖 Keep following AssamJobsGuide.com for your daily journey through history in our “On This Day” series.
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