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Join host Michael Thomas as we explore the fascinating events that unfolded on January 18th throughout history. Today’s episode covers stories of redemption, innovation, and exploration.
Featured Stories:
- Jim Thorpe’s Redemption: The International Olympic Committee restores Jim Thorpe’s Olympic medals in 1983, righting a decades-old injustice and honoring one of history’s greatest athletes.
- Marion Barry’s Infamous Arrest: Washington, D.C., Mayor Marion Barry is caught in an FBI sting for drug possession in 1990, a shocking scandal that became a defining moment in his controversial career.
Additional Highlights:
- Captain James Cook discovers the Hawaiian Islands in 1778, naming them the Sandwich Islands.
- Modern field hockey takes shape with the creation of the Hockey Association in England in 1886.
- The first public exhibition of an X-ray machine in 1896 revolutionizes medicine.
- Eugene Ely’s groundbreaking aircraft landing on the USS Pennsylvania in 1911 paves the way for naval aviation.
- Israel and Egypt sign the Disengagement of Forces Agreement in 1974, marking a critical step toward peace after the Yom Kippur War.
- The 2012 online protest against SOPA and PIPA showcases the power of digital activism.
Notable Birthdays:
- Daniel Webster (1782), influential American statesman and orator.
- Daniel Hale Williams (1856), pioneering surgeon and advocate for racial equality in medicine.
- A.A. Milne (1882), author of Winnie-the-Pooh and beloved storyteller.
Step back in time with Old News Daily as we reflect on these impactful moments that shaped our world. Don’t forget to tune in tomorrow for more stories from history!