On this day in Europe - 9 May
9 May 2026
On this day in 1386, the Treaty of Windsor between Portugal and England is ratified, making it the world’s oldest diplomatic alliance still in force.
On this day in 1873, the Vienna stock exchange crash (“Der Krach”) begins the Panic of 1873, heralding the Long Depression.
On this day in 1950, Robert Schuman presents the “Schuman Declaration”, considered the beginning of the creation of what is now the European Union.
On this day in 1873, the Vienna stock exchange crash (“Der Krach”) begins the Panic of 1873, heralding the Long Depression.
On this day in 1950, Robert Schuman presents the “Schuman Declaration”, considered the beginning of the creation of what is now the European Union.