This Day in History, January 28

History & Quotes / January 28, 2024

On January 28th, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds after launch.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / January 27, 2024

A thought for the day: You don't choose your family. They are God's gift to you, as you are to them. -- South African Anglican Bishop Desmond Tutu

Other Notable Events for January 27

History & Quotes / January 27, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1606, the surviving conspirators in the Gunpowder Treason plot to blow up the English Parliament and the king of England on Nov. 5, 1605, were convicted. They were executed four days ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for January 27

History & Quotes / January 27, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1756
- author Lewis Carroll in 1832
- labor organizer Samuel Gompers in 1850
- Edward Smith, captain of the RMS Titanic, in...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / January 27, 2024

Today is Saturday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2024 with 339 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 27

History & Quotes / January 27, 2024

On January 27th, 1606, the trial of Guy Fawkes began.