This Day in History
Today: May 7, 2026
351
The Jewish revolt against Constantius Gallus breaks out after his arrival at Antioch.[1]
558
In Constantinople, the dome of the Hagia Sophia collapses, twenty years after its construction.[2] Justinian I immediately orders that the dome be rebuilt.
1274
In France, the Second Council of Lyon opens; it ratified a decree to regulate the election of the Pope.[3]
1487
The Siege of Málaga commences during the Spanish Reconquista.[4]
1544
The Burning of Edinburgh by an English army is the first action of the Rough Wooing.[5]
1625
State funeral of James VI and I (1566-1625) is held at Westminster Abbey.[6]
1664
Inaugural celebrations begin at Louis XIV of France's new Palace of Versailles.[7]
1685
Battle of Vrtijeljka between rebels and Ottoman forces.
1697
Stockholm's royal castle (dating back to medieval times) is destroyed by fire. It is replaced in the 18th century by the current Royal Palace.[8]
1718
The city of New Orleans is founded by Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne, Sieur de Bienville.[9]
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