Historical Events on May 31

21 significant historical events occurred on May 31. May 31 has been the date of several historical events across various centuries and continents. Notable occurrences include the signing of the Treaty of Vereeniging in 1902, ending the Second Anglo-Boer War, and the 1970 Ancash earthquake in Peru. It has also seen various sporting events like the 1972 European Cup Final and the 1981 Monaco Grand Prix. With seven recorded major events, this date covers a range of military conflicts, natural disasters, and cultural happenings.