1972⚡ Event
Shoichi Yokoi found
Japanese soldier Shoichi Yokoi was found in the jungles of Guam, where he had been hiding since the end of World War II.
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What Happened on January 24?
Discover 15 historical moments on January 24 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on January 24(5)
1977⚡ Event
Neo-fascist attack in Madrid
During the Spanish transition to democracy, neo-fascists attacked an office in Madrid, killing five people and injuring four others.
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1978⚡ Event
Kosmos 954 reentry
The Soviet nuclear-powered satellite Kosmos 954 burned up during atmospheric reentry, scattering radioactive debris across Canada's Northwest Territories.
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1987⚡ Event
Civil rights demonstration in Georgia
About 20,000 protestors marched in a civil rights demonstration in Forsyth County, Georgia, United States.
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1990⚡ Event
Hiten spacecraft launched
Japan launched the Hiten spacecraft, the first lunar probe launched by a country other than the Soviet Union or the United States.
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Famous Birthdays on January 24(5)
Notable Deaths on January 24(5)
2019🕊️ Death
Rosemary Bryant Mariner
Rosemary Bryant Mariner was a United States Naval Aviator.
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January 24 in History
January 24 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1972 to the present day.
Major Events on January 24
Among the most notable events on January 24: Shoichi Yokoi found (1972), Neo-fascist attack in Madrid (1977), Kosmos 954 reentry (1978). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on January 24
Notable figures born on January 24 include Vitalie Damașcan, Niki, Tristan Wirfs. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on January 24
Remembered figures who died on January 24 include Helena Kmieć, Butch Trucks, Mark E. Smith. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on January 24?
- January 24 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on January 24?
- One of the most notable events on January 24 is: Shoichi Yokoi found.
- Who was born on January 24?
- Famous figures born on January 24 include Vitalie Damașcan, Niki, Tristan Wirfs.
- How many historical events happened on January 24?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on January 24, spanning centuries of world history.
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