1. On May 28, 1778, the British navy bombarded Portsmouth, New Hampshire, for nearly two hours. The attack caused significant damage to the town and left several citizens wounded. Despite this, the town managed to quickly recover and continue supporting the Revolutionary War effort.

2. On May 28, 1790, Samuel Sewall became the first Chief Justice of the New Hampshire Supreme Court. He held the position for eight years and helped shape the state's legal system.

3. In 1867, the Manchester and Lawrence Railroad officially opened, providing a new transportation option for travelers and goods. The railroad played an important role in the economic development of both towns and helped establish Manchester as a major industrial center.

4. On May 28, 1906, the New Hampshire School for the Deaf was founded in Concord. The school continues to serve the deaf and hard-of-hearing community today and provides a variety of educational programs and services.

5. On May 28, 1958, the first section of the Everett Turnpike opened in New Hampshire, connecting Nashua to Manchester. The project was a major undertaking and helped provide faster and more efficient transportation for residents and businesses in the region.