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, 1915
1st » The RMS called Lusitania departs from New York City on her two hundred and second, and final, crossing of the North Atlantic. Six days later, the ship is torpedoed off the coast of Ireland with the loss of 1,198 lives.
3rd » The poem 'In Flanders Fields' is written by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae.
7th » World War I: Germany German submarine SMU U-20 Germany 2 sinks Sinking of the RMS Lusitania RMS 'Lusitania', killing 1,198 people including 128 Americans. Public reaction to the sinking turns many formerly pro-Germans in the United States against the Germ
7th » Japanese Twenty-one Demands Japanese ultimatum or 21 Demands Ultimatum to China (Commemorated as National Day of Humiliation)
9th » World War I: Second Battle of Artois between German and French forces.
17th » The last The Liberal Party (UK) e.g British Liberal Party government (led by Herbert Henry Asquith) falls.
22nd » Lassen Peak erupts with a powerful force, and is the only mountain other than Mount St. Helens to erupt in the contiguous US during the 20th century.
22nd » Three trains collide in the Quintinshill rail disaster near Gretna Green, Scotland, killing 227 people and injuring 246; the accident is found to be the result of non-standard operating practices during a shift change at a busy junction.
23rd » World War I: Italy joins the Allies of World War I named Allies after they declare war on Austria-Hungary.
24th » World War I: Kingdom of Italy called Italy declares war on Austria-Hungary.
Famous Birthdays on May in 1915
1st » Hanns Martin Schleyer, German businessman (d. 1977)
1st » Archie Williams, American runner and educator (d. 1993)
2nd » Doris Fisher (singer) named Doris Fisher, American singer-songwriter (d. 2003)
2nd » Peggy Mount, English actress (d. 2001)
3rd » Stu Hart, Canadian wrestler and trainer, founded Stampede Wrestling (d. 2003)
5th » Alice Faye, American actress and singer (d. 1998)
6th » Orson Welles, American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter (d. 1985)
6th » Theodore H. White, American historian, journalist, and author (d. 1986)
8th » John Archer (actor) or John Archer, American actor (d. 1999)
8th » Milton Meltzer, American historian and author (d. 2009)