This Day in History, January 30

History & Quotes / January 30, 2024

On January 30th, 1826, the Menai Suspension Bridge was opened.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / January 29, 2024

A thought for the day: The big secret in life is that there is no big secret. Whatever your goal, you can get there if you're willing to work. -- American TV personality Oprah Winfrey

Other Notable Events for January 29

History & Quotes / January 29, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1820, 10 years after mental illness forced him to retire from public life, Britain's King George III, who lost the American colonies, died at the age of 82.

In 1845, Edgar ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for January 29

History & Quotes / January 29, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Swedish scientist/philosopher Emanuel Swedenborg in 1688
- American colonial political philosopher Thomas Paine in 1736
- William McKinley, 25th president of the ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / January 29, 2024

Today is Monday, Jan. 29, the 29th 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 29

History & Quotes / January 29, 2024

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