Today in History: May 30, Babe Ruth plays last major league game
Briefly

May 30th holds significant historical events, from Babe Ruth's last MLB game in 1935 to the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial in 1922. Notably, Joan of Arc was martyred in 1431, symbolizing resistance and courage. The day also marks the tragic events of 1937 during a steelworker demonstration where police violence led to ten deaths. Additionally, the Indianapolis 500 race began in 1911, establishing a legacy in motorsport. Recently, high-profile legal cases involving Elizabeth Holmes and Donald Trump have also made headlines on this date.
Ruth announced his retirement three days later.
The first Indianapolis 500 auto race was held at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
In 1937, ten people were killed when police fired on steelworkers.
Disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes was taken into custody for an infamous blood-testing hoax.
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