Today in History: May 1, Obama announces killing of Osama bin Laden
Briefly

On May 1, several historic events took place, including President Obama’s announcement of Osama bin Laden’s death in 2011, following a U.S. military operation in Abbottabad, Pakistan. Other notable occurrences include the 1866 racially charged riots in Memphis, the dedication of the Empire State Building in 1931 as the tallest building for decades, and the inception of Amtrak in 1971. Additionally, on this day, the first American summit of Mount Everest occurred in 1963, and remdesivir received emergency use authorization for COVID-19 patients in 2020.
On May 1, 2011, President Barack Obama announced Osama bin Laden's death following a successful U.S. operation in Pakistan, marking a significant moment in U.S. history.
Significant events on May 1 include the dedication of the Empire State Building in 1931 and the start of Amtrak in 1971, showcasing American innovation.
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