It's hard to believe its the third week in 2023! Another year with time to look back over the years and see the significance of certain dates. Here's a few to check out!
u 2009: On Jan 15, Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger safely lands a jet on the Hudson River.
u 1997: On Jan. 17, an Irish court grants the first legal divorce in the country's history.
u 1994: An earthquake rocks L.A. Jan. 17, killing 54 and causing billions in damage.
u 1976: The Concorde aircraft, traveling at speeds near 1,350 mph, debuts Jan. 21.
u 1972: On Jan. 15, "American Pie," by Don McLean hits #1 on the pop charts.
u 1967: On Jan. 15, Green Bay beats Kansas City 35-10 in the first Super Bowl.
u 1943: U.S. bread makers are ordered to stop slicing loaves Jan. 18.
u 1919: The 18th Amendment goes into effect Jan. 16, beginning alcohol prohibition.
u 1893: A group of U.S. farmers overthrow the Hawaiian monarchy on Jan. 17.
u 1892: The first official basketball game is played Jan. 20 in Springfield, MA.
u 1778: Capt. James Cook discovers the Hawaiian Islands Jan. 18.
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