In 1891, the first weightlifting championships were held in London.

In 1965, Joan Baez and Donovan led a march in London to protest against American policy on Vietnam.

In 1975, Prince Charles became the Grand Master of the Order of the Garter.

25 years ago

Taken from the Telegraph & Argus of May 28, 1982

Blood donations given in Bradford during last Wednesday's health service strike may have to be discarded. Unions say it was clearly in breach of an agreement with management.

50 years ago

Taken from the Telegraph & Argus of May 28, 1957

Next term Bradford Institute of Technology will put on a special course of atomic research for 20 students from Harwell. Bradford is one of three institutes which trains students in atomic research.