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May 8: A Day of Historical Milestones

8 May 2026 8:03 a.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

May 8 marks significant historical events, including General Zachary Taylor's 1846 victory in the Mexican-American War and Dr. John S. Pemberton's 1886 sale of the first Coca-Cola in Atlanta.

Politics and Government Business Conflict General Politics Economy Military Zachary Taylor Mexican-American War Palo Alto Resaca de la Palma John S. Pemberton Coca-Cola Atlanta U.S. Library of Congress
Taylor's Victory and Coca-Cola's Debut: Two Events on May 8

8 May 2025 8:02 a.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

On May 8, 1846, General Zachary Taylor won a key battle, protecting Texas and leading to war with Mexico. Forty years later, on the same date, Coca-Cola was first sold in Atlanta, Georgia, marking the start of a global phenomenon.

Politics and Government Business Health History Federal Government Economy Medical Science Zachary Taylor Coca-Cola Mexican War Palo Alto Resaca de la Palma John S. Pemberton Atlanta U.S. Library of Congress