April 30

    What happened on April 30 in history

    4 events fall on April 30, from 1789 to 1975. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on April 30

    1. 1789

      Washington is inaugurated

      The first president takes the oath on a Wall Street balcony in New York.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1803

      The Louisiana Purchase is agreed

      France sells 2.1 million square kilometres and doubles the United States.

      Play the 19th century round

    3. 1945

      Hitler dies in the bunker

      He kills himself in Berlin as Soviet troops fight through the city.

      Read about V-J Day Celebration in Times SquarePlay the 20th century round

    4. 1975

      The fall of Saigon

      Tanks enter the presidential palace and the Vietnam War ends.

      Play the 20th century round

    Guess where and when

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