Join host Michael Thomas for the January 22nd episode of Old News Daily, where history comes alive! Today’s main stories spotlight the creation of the Central Intelligence Group in 1946, the precursor to the CIA, and the dark and complex legacy of American intelligence. We also delve into the Bloody Sunday massacre of 1905 in Saint Petersburg, a pivotal moment in Russian history that set the stage for revolution.
Other stories include:
- The January Uprising of 1863, as Poland, Lithuania, and Belarus sought freedom from Russian control.
- The Swiss Guards arriving at the Vatican in 1506, beginning a centuries-long tradition of papal protection.
- The first live radio football commentary by Teddy Wakelam in 1927.
- The capture of the “Mad Bomber” George P. Metesky in 1957.
- The U.S. military’s Operation Igloo White in 1968, a technological effort in the Vietnam War.
- The landmark Supreme Court rulings in Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton in 1973, legalizing abortion nationwide.
We also celebrate the birthdays of Francis Bacon, the philosopher who championed the scientific method; D.W. Griffith, the pioneering filmmaker; and the soulful legend Sam Cooke.
Discover how key historical events on this day shaped revolutions, warfare, science, and culture. Michael connects the dots between seemingly unrelated stories, giving you a deeper appreciation for the lessons of history.