Facts & Historical Events On This Day

April 5th celebrates Read A Road Map Day & Deep Dish Pizza Day.

We’re now on the 96th day of the year, and have 270 days left in 2024.

I’m sure you’re aware that April 5th has been an important day throughout history. You may not realize how important just yet, but just wait until you check out these facts and events that all happened on this day throughout history.

Did you know that on this day in 1722, Jacob Roggeveen discovered Easter Island? This ended 1,400 years of isolation for the island.

Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about April 5th in history!

2016

PayPal withdrew a $3.6 million investment in North Carolina due to the state passing anti-gay legislation.