Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY |
♦2025: The 47th President, Donald J. Trump, was sworn in on Inauguration Day Jan. 20, 2025
♦2011: The regional revolution known as "Arab Spring" begins Jan. 25 in Egypt.
♦1999: The first hand transplant surgery is performed Jan. 25 in Louisville, KY.
♦1985: On Jan. 24, OJ Simpson is enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
♦1967: A fire kills three U.S. astronauts aboard Apollo I during Jan. 27 launch rehearsals.
♦1960: On Jan. 23, the U.S. Navy vessel Trieste dives to a record depth of 35,820 feet.
♦1954: The first atomic submarine, Nautilus, launches Jan 21 in Connecticut.
♦1924: The first Winter Olympics begin Jan. 25, in Chamonix, France.
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