Scottish Nobles Recognize Edward I: Prelude to Independence (+ 12 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History · May 10, 2026 · 8m

A Daily Dose of History (10 May 2026)

Today's historical events:

Scottish nobles recognize the authority of Edward I of England pending the selection of a king.

Christopher Columbus visits the Cayman Islands and names them Las Tortugas after the numerous turtles there.

Jacques Cartier visits Newfoundland.

King Narai nominates Phetracha as regent, leading to the revolution of 1688 in which Phetracha becomes king of the Ayutthaya Kingdom.

Rioting occurs in London after John Wilkes is imprisoned for writing an article for The North Briton severely criticizing King George III.

The Parliament of…