This Day in History, January 23

History & Quotes / January 23, 2024

On January 23rd, 1789, Georgetown College became the first Catholic college in the United States.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / January 22, 2024

A thought for the day: The Great Society asks not how much, but how good; not only how to create wealth but how to use it; not only how fast we are going, but where we are headed. -- President Lyndon B. Johnson

Other Notable Events for January 22

History & Quotes / January 22, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1771, Spain ceded the Falkland Islands to Britain.

In 1901, Queen Victoria of Britain died at age 82 after a reign of 64 years. She was succeeded by her son, Edward VII.
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Notable Birthdays for January 22

History & Quotes / January 22, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Russian Czar Ivan III, known as Ivan the Great, in 1440
- British writer/explorer Walter Raleigh in 1552
- English philosopher/statesman Francis Bacon in 1561
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Astronomy

History & Quotes / January 22, 2024

Today is Monday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2024 with 344 to follow.

The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Uranus and Venus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus.

This Day in History, January 22

History & Quotes / January 22, 2024

On January 22nd, 1905, Bloody Sunday took place in in St. Petersburg.