31 January
On January 31, 1919, Jackie Robinson is born in Cairo, Georgia. Robinson was a pioneer of his culture and race in addition to being an exceptional athlete, which makes him … Continue reading “31 January” →
Category: January
30 January
On January 30, 1948, Mahatma Gandhi is assassinated by Nathuram Godse, a Hindu extremist. Though the life of Gandhi ended, his presence has yet to leave. He acts as one … Continue reading “30 January” →
29 January
On January 29, 1737, Thomas Paine is born in Thetford in the United Kingdom. He later dies in the country of his determination, the United States. Paine is a source … Continue reading “29 January” →
28 January
On January 28, 1958 , the Lego company patents the Lego brick design, which is still compatible with bricks produced today. The Lego company has gone through several chapters since. … Continue reading “28 January” →
27 January
On January 27, 1898, Lewis Carroll, the author of Alice in Wonderland, is born in Daresbury in the United Kingdom. “When I used to read fairy tales, I fancied that … Continue reading “27 January” →
26 January
India observes Republic Day on January 26 as the day in 1950 when the Indian government adopted the Constitution of India. The time leading up to that saw India is … Continue reading “26 January” →
25 January
January 25 marks Burns Night, which celebrates the birthday and life of the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Burns was born in 1759 in Alloway, Scotland. His subjects are part of … Continue reading “25 January” →
24 January
On January 24, 1989, the notorious American serial killer, Ted Bundy, is executed by the electric chair at the Florida State Prison. Like many serial killers, Bundy made a point … Continue reading “24 January” →
23 January
On January 23, 1997, Madeleine Albright becomes the first woman to serve as United States Secretary of State. Albright’s life makes her uniquely positioned as the author of Fascism: A … Continue reading “23 January” →
22 January
On January 22, 1946, an organization called the Central Intelligence Group is established. It will become the forerunner of the Central Intelligence Agency. Since its inception, the CIA has been … Continue reading “22 January” →