1860CE
Birth
J. M. Barrie Born
J. M. Barrie was a Scottish author and playwright best known for creating Peter Pan. His work has become one of the most enduring and beloved stories in children's literature.
Daily Chronicle
May 9
3 Historical Records
1926CE
Exploration
First flight over the North Pole
American explorer Richard Byrd and pilot Floyd Bennett claim to make the first flight over the North Pole in a Fokker F.VIIa aircraft.
1960CE
Science
Birth control pill approved
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the first commercially produced birth control pill.