Today, Jan. 6, 2024, marks the third anniversary of the attack on the Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump, who sought to disrupt Congress’ certification of the 2020 presidential election. The incident was a significant event in U.S. history, and its impact continues to reverberate.
On this day, the moon is waning, and the morning stars include Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Uranus, and Venus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, and Uranus.
Notable individuals born on Jan. 6 include French battlefield leader St. Joan of Arc, French inventor Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, German archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann, and Lebanese writer Khalil Gibran, among others.
In history, Jan. 6 has seen various significant events. In 1759, George Washington married Martha Dandridge Custis. In 1838, Samuel F.B. Morse and Alfred Vail publicly demonstrated their new invention, the telegraph, for the first time. In 1912, New Mexico joined the United States as the 47th state. Additionally, on this day in 1919, Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States, passed away at the age of 60.
Jan. 6 also holds significance in the business world, as in 1914, the Ford Motor Co. announced the groundbreaking ‘$5 Day’ initiative, impacting thousands of workers. This initiative was a pivotal moment in labor history.
As we reflect on the events that have unfolded on Jan. 6 throughout history, it’s crucial to remember their impact and the lessons they have taught us.
