On this day in 1938, the world speed record for steam locomotives was set when Mallard went 126 miles per hour.
This Day in History Class
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Sergeant William Carney is awarded the Medal of Honor - May 23rd, 1900
Abraham Ortelius publishes the first world atlas - May 22nd, 1570
Leopold and Loeb murder Bobby Franks - May 21st, 1924