This Day in History, January 29

History & Quotes / January 29, 2024

On January 29th, 1944, the battleship USS Missouri was launched.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / January 28, 2024

A thought for the day: Whether you are dealing with an animal or a child, to convince is to weaken. -- French author Colette (Sidonie Gabrielle Colette)

Other Notable Events for January 28

History & Quotes / January 28, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1547, Henry VIII died and 9-year-old Edward VI became king of England.

In 1782, the U.S. Congress authorized creation of the great seal of the United States.

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Notable Birthdays for January 28

History & Quotes / January 28, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Roman Catholic St. Thomas Aquinas in 1225
- English Henry VII in 1457
- Canadian Prime Minister/statesman Alexander MacKenzie in 1822
- Cuban revolutionary/...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / January 28, 2024

Today is Sunday, Jan. 28, the 28th day of 2024 with 337 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 28

History & Quotes / January 28, 2024

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