Historical Events
1547
Henry VIII of England dies, succeeded by his nine-year-old son Edward VI.
1813
Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice is first published.
1896
The first speeding ticket is issued in England; the driver was doing 8 mph in a 2 mph zone.
1986
The Space Shuttle Challenger breaks apart 73 seconds after launch, killing all 7 crew members.
2003
President Bush delivers the State of the Union address, stating that Iraq sought uranium from Africa.
Famous Birthdays
1611
Johannes Hevelius
Polish astronomer who produced detailed maps of the Moon.
1688
Emmanuel Swedenborg
Swedish scientist and mystic who influenced many religious movements.
1873
Colette
French author known for Gigi and the Claudine series.
1936
Alan Alda
American actor known for MASH and The West Wing.
1981
Nick Carter
American singer and member of the Backstreet Boys.
