Born in May 1956 - Zodiac Signs, Personality and Horoscopes

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May 1956 Tropical Ephemeris

What happened in May 1956

• May 1, 1956: Minamata disease, a neurological disorder caused by mercury poisoning, is discovered in Japan, leading to increased awareness of environmental pollution.
• May 2, 1956: The United Methodist Church in America grants women full ordained clergy status and calls for an end to racial segregation, promoting gender and racial equality within the denomination.
• May 8, 1956: Indonesia and the Netherlands dissolve their constitutional union, marking the end of Dutch colonial rule and the establishment of an independent Indonesia.
• May 9, 1956: Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world, is first ascended by a Japanese team, demonstrating human capability in extreme mountaineering.
• May 18, 1956: Lhotse main summit, the fourth highest mountain, is first ascended by Fritz Luchsinger and Ernst Reiss, showcasing human perseverance and exploration in high-altitude mountaineering.
• May 22, 1956: The NBC Peacock logo debuts on television in the United States, becoming an iconic symbol of the National Broadcasting Company.
• May 23, 1956: French minister Pierre Mendès France resigns due to his government's policy on Algeria, highlighting the complexities of decolonization and the Algerian War of Independence.
• May 24, 1956: The first Eurovision Song Contest is broadcast, marking the beginning of an annual international music competition that fosters cultural exchange and showcases European musical talent.
• May 25, 1956: India announces diplomatic relations with Francoist Spain, demonstrating the evolving international relations during the Cold War era.