What Happened on January 29 in History?
January 29 marks a significant day in history, notable for the birth of modern transportation, literary milestones, and major political shifts.
Major Historical Milestones
The "Birth of the Automobile" (1886): Karl Benz patented his gas-powered vehicle, considered the first modern car.
"The Raven" Published (1845): Edgar Allan Poe's famous poem was first published, making him a literary sensation.
Kansas Statehood (1861): Kansas joined the Union as the 34th state.
"Axis of Evil" Speech (2002): President George W. Bush used the term "Axis of Evil" to refer to Iraq, Iran, and North Korea in his State of the Union address.
Mid-Air Collision (2025): An American Eagle jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter collided near Washington, D.C., resulting in the loss of all 67 people on board.
Culture & Society
Baseball Hall of Fame (1936): The first five players, including Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth, were inducted into the U.S. Baseball Hall of Fame.
The Seeing Eye Founded (1929): The first U.S. school for training guide dogs for the blind was established.
Disney’s "Sleeping Beauty" (1959): Walt Disney's animated film premiered.
Notable Births & Deaths
Births: Thomas Paine (1737), William McKinley (1843), Anton Chekhov (1860), Oprah Winfrey (1954), and Tom Selleck (1945).
Deaths: King George III (1820) and Robert Frost (1963).
