Births on May 28

David William Brewer

Born on May 28, 1940

David William Brewer, English politician, Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London

Sir David William Brewer, (born 28 May 1940) is an English marine insurance broker who served as Lord Mayor of London (2005–06) and Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London to Elizabeth II (2008–15).

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David William Brewer
Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London

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Events on 1940

17 May

Brussels
World War II: Germany occupies Brussels, Belgium.
12 Jun

Erwin Rommel
World War II: Thirteen thousand British and French troops surrender to Major General Erwin Rommel at Saint-Valery-en-Caux.
5 Jul

Vichy France
World War II: The United Kingdom and the Vichy France government break off diplomatic relations.
10 Jul

Vichy France
World War II: The Vichy government is established in France.
11 Jul

Vichy France
World War II: Vichy France regime is formally established. Philippe Pétain becomes Prime Minister of France.

Births on May 28

David William Brewer

Born on May 28, 1940

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Vichy France