May 9 in history: First birth control pill, Russia's biggest military parade and more

 | Updated: May 09, 2020, 10:43 AM IST

From the first birth control pill to Russia's biggest military parade, we've got it all covered.

Let's dive in today's history.

1901

Australia's first parliament opens in Melbourne.

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1915

World War I: Allies launch a dual offensive on Western Front.

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1955

 West Germany joins NATO.

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1960

US Food and Drug Administration approves world's first birth control pill.

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2015

Russia holds biggest-ever military parade to mark Victory Day.

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