16 May

1966 - Cultural Revolution begins

On 16 May 1966, Mao Zedong launched the Cultural Revolution in China.

1929 - First Academy Awards

On 16 May 1929, the first Academy Awards ceremony was held in Hollywood.

1770 - Marriage of Marie Antoinette

On 16 May 1770, Marie Antoinette married the future Louis XVI at Versailles.