30 significant historical events occurred on May 26. May 26 has seen various historical events over the centuries, including diplomatic agreements and sporting events. Notable events on this date include the 1879 Treaty of Gandamak, which ended the first phase of the Second Anglo-Afghan War, several Formula One races at venues like Monaco and the Netherlands, and the signing of the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty between the United States and the Soviet Union in 1972.
9 famous birthdays on May 26
Including Frederik X of Denmark, Adolfo López Mateos, Juan Cuadrado
Event Distribution by Century
Darker = Higher Density11th Century
1 event17th Century
5 events18th Century
2 events19th Century
2 events20th Century
12 events1999 champions league final — 1999 football final between Manchester United and Bayern München
21st Century
8 events2018 UEFA Champions League Final — association football match at NSC Olimpiyskyi during 2017–18 UEFA Champions League with score 3:1
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