Birthdays & Historical Events – January 26

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Birthdays & Historical Events – January 26

Historical Events on January 26

Events that occurred on January 26 throughout history

1784

In a letter dated January 26, 1784, Benjamin Franklin

In a letter dated January 26, 1784, Benjamin Franklin writes to his daughter Sarah (Sally) Bache expressing his dismay that the eagle is chosen as an American symbol. Were he to choose, the turkey would be a more appropriate bird.

1875

The U

The U.S. Patent Office issues patent no. 159,028 to George F. Greene of Kalamazoo, Michigan for an "electromagnetic dental tool," the first electric drill designed for dental work.

1905

Frederick Wells discovers the world’s largestdiamondat

Frederick Wells discovers the world’s largestdiamondat the Premier Mine in Pretoria, South Africa. Measuring 3,106 carats, the gem is named the Cullinan diamond.

1911

At North Island, San Diego, California, Glenn Curtiss

At North Island, San Diego, California, Glenn Curtiss completes the first successful takeoff and landing of a hydroplane. January 26th Celebrated Birthdays