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Historical Events in May 1672

Event of Interest

May 2 John Maitland, administrator of Scotland for Charles II, made the Duke of Lauderdale and Earl of March

  • May 6 Brandenburg monarch Frederik Willem signs treaty with Netherlands
  • May 15 1st copyright law enacted by Massachusetts
  • May 17 Frontenac becomes Governor of New France (Canada)