Other Notable Events for January 26

History & Quotes / January 26, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1788, the first shipload of British convicts arrived in Australia. The establishment of an Australian prison colony was aimed at relieving overcrowding in British prisons.

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Notable Birthdays for January 26

History & Quotes / January 26, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- French philosopher Claude Helvetius in 1715
- first lady Julia Grant in 1826
- U.S. Army Gen. Douglas MacArthur in 1880
- Bessie Coleman, first female Black/...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / January 26, 2024

Today is Friday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2024 with 340 to follow.

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

This Day in History, January 26

History & Quotes / January 26, 2024

On January 26th, 1808, the Rum Rebellion took place in Australia.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / January 25, 2024

A thought for the day: Farewell to the Highlands, farewell to the North, the birthplace of valor, the country of worth! Wherever I wander, wherever I rove, The hills of the Highlands for ever I love. -- Scottish poet ...Read More

Other Notable Events for January 25

History & Quotes / January 25, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1533, Henry VIII of England secretly married Anne Boleyn, his second wife.

In 1554, the city of Sao Paulo was established in Brazil.

In 1858, Mendelssohn's The ...Read More