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Today’s episode takes us through the historic highlights of January 3rd, a day shaped by diplomacy, innovation, and fascinating milestones.
Today’s Key Moments
- 1962: Pope John XXIII excommunicated Fidel Castro, underscoring tensions between religion and revolution. On the same day, the U.S. severed diplomatic ties with Cuba, cementing Cold War divides.
- 2020: The assassination of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani in a U.S. drone strike sparked regional tensions and lasting geopolitical impacts.
- 1977: Apple Computer, Inc. was incorporated, marking the start of a tech revolution led by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak.
- 1870: Construction began on the Brooklyn Bridge, an engineering marvel that transformed New York City.
- 1959: Alaska became the 49th state, adding natural beauty, resources, and strategic value to the U.S.
Fun and Quirky Facts
- 1924: The discovery of King Tutankhamun’s sarcophagus by Howard Carter reignited fascination with ancient Egypt.
- 1947: The U.S. House of Representatives broadcast its proceedings on television for the first time.
January 3rd Birthdays
- J.R.R. Tolkien (1892): Beloved author of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.
- Dabney Coleman (1932): Emmy-winning actor known for Tootsie and 9 to 5.
- John Paul Jones (1946): Bassist and co-founder of Led Zeppelin.
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