This Day in History, January 19

History & Quotes / January 19, 2024

On January 19th, 1419, Rouen surrendered to Henry V during the Hundred Years' War.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / January 30, 2024

A thought for the day: Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes. -- Indian political activist Mahatma Gandhi

Other Notable Events for January 30

History & Quotes / January 30, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1649, British King Charles I was beheaded by order of Parliament.

In 1798, the first fight to break out on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives began when one ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for January 30

History & Quotes / January 30, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Franklin D. Roosevelt, 32nd president of the United States in 1882
- historian Barbara Tuchman in 1912
- Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme, who was assassinated in ...Read More