June 1

What happened on June 1 in history

3 events fall on June 1, from 1495 to 1980. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on June 1

  1. 1495

    The first written record of Scotch whisky

    An entry in the Exchequer Rolls grants malt to Friar John Cor.

    Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

  2. 1815

    Napoleon holds the Champ de Mai

    A mass ceremony in Paris tries to legitimise the restored empire weeks before Waterloo.

    Play the 19th century round

  3. 1980

    CNN begins broadcasting

    The first twenty-four hour news channel goes on air from Atlanta.

    Play the 20th century round