The May Birthstone is the Emerald which is emblematic of love and success. The emerald used to be one of Cleopatra's favorite gems. Emerald is called the traditional birthstone of May. It has long been associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. Ancient Romans went so far as to dedicate this stone to Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Today, it is thought that emeralds signify wisdom, growth, and patience. Chrysoprase is considered the secondary birthstone for the month of May.
May Zodiac Signs
Month of May Zodiac Signs are Taurus(until May 20) and Gemini(May 21 onwards).
Taurus (April 20 - May 19) The Taurus has great strength in physical and mental capacities. Maybe this is why stubbornness or being a stuborn bull is often associated with this star sign. Work wise being able to teac to others is one of their strengths, at least on some level due to the fact that they are sympathetic and loving. Taurus is compatible with: Libra, Taurus, Cancer, Capricorn, Virgo and Pisces.
Gemini (May 20 - June 20) Geminis tend to be very unpredictable. Be always ready for a surprise from them. Being creative and open can result in Geminis changing their behaviour rather frequently. People born under this star sign are very adaptable to new situations or life changes. Add to this the positive nature towards life that Gemini possess. Gemini are compatible with: other Gemini, Leo, Libra and Aquarius.
May Birth Flowers
Month of May is associated with the Lily of the valley flower. It is generally white in colour. The birth flower Lily conveys sweetness and humility. In the Victorian era, it was gifted to convey the romantic message: you have made my life complete. The other May flower is the hawthorn plant, which represents hope and supreme happiness. Hawthorne signifies that you want only the best for the recipient.
Humility, Chastity and Sweetness. Sweetly scented and rare May Birth Flower Lily also signifies a return to happiness.
Historical Events for May, 1863
1st » American Civil War: The Battle of Chancellorsville begins.
2nd » American Civil War: Stonewall Jackson is wounded by friendly fire while returning to camp after reconnoitering during the Battle of Chancellorsville. He succumbs to pneumonia eight days later.
6th » American Civil War: The Battle of Chancellorsville ends with the defeat of the Army of the Potomac by Confederate troops.
10th » American Civil War: Confederate States of America Confederate General Stonewall Jackson Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson dies eight days after he is accidentally Friendly fire shot by his own troops.
14th » American Civil War: The Battle of Jackson, Mississippi e.g Battle of Jackson takes place.
17th » Rosalía de Castro publishes 'Cantares Gallegos', the first book in the Galician language.
18th » American Civil War: The Siege of Vicksburg begins.
21st » American Civil War: The Union Army Battle of Plains Store known as succeeds in closing off the last escape route from Port Hudson, Louisiana, in preparation for the coming Siege of Port Hudson called siege.
21st » Organization of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Battle Creek, Michigan.
22nd » American Civil War: Siege of Port Hudson Union (American Civil War) known as Union forces begin to lay siege to the Confederate States of America named Confederate-controlled Port Hudson, Louisiana.
27th » American Civil War: First Assault on the Confederate States of America called Confederate works at the Siege of Port Hudson.
Famous Birthdays on May in 1863
10th » Kaarle Krohn, Finnish historian and academic (d. 1933)
15th » Frank Hornby, English businessman and politician, invented Meccano (d. 1936)
17th » Léon Gérin, Canadian lawyer, sociologist, and civil servant (d. 1951)