May 31

    What happened on May 31 in history

    3 events fall on May 31, from 1279 to 1962. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on May 31

    1. 1279

      Kublai Khan's dynasty consolidates

      Yuan authority extends over the whole of China after the last Song resistance.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1859

      Big Ben first chimes

      The great bell of the Westminster clock tower is heard over London.

      Play the 19th century round

    3. 1962

      Adolf Eichmann is executed

      The Holocaust organiser is hanged in Israel after his Jerusalem trial.

      Read about Construction of the Berlin WallPlay the 20th century round

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