1933⚡ Event
Hitler Appointed Chancellor
Adolf Hitler is appointed Chancellor of Germany by President Paul von Hindenburg. This appointment paved the way for the Nazi Party's consolidation of power.
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What Happened on January 30?
Discover 17 historical moments on January 30 — 7 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on January 30(7)
1933⚡ Event
Adolf Hitler appointed Chancellor of Germany
Adolf Hitler's appointment as Chancellor of Germany marked a pivotal moment in German history, leading to the rise of the Nazi Party and the eventual outbreak of World War II.
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1979⚡ Event
Varig Flight 967 disappears
Varig Flight 967 disappeared shortly after takeoff from Tokyo's Narita International Airport. The flight was en route to Rio de Janeiro.
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2000⚡ Event
Kenya Airways Flight 431 crashes into the Atlantic Ocean
Kenya Airways Flight 431 crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Ivory Coast shortly after takeoff. 169 people were killed in the disaster.
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2005⚡ Event
Queen Margrethe II unveils memorial for MS Hans Hedtoft victims
Queen Margrethe II unveiled a memorial in Copenhagen to the 95 passengers and crew who perished on the Danish ocean liner MS Hans Hedtoft. The event occurred forty-six years after the ship's sinking.
2013⚡ Event
South Korea launches Naro-1 rocket
The Korea Aerospace Research Institute launched Naro-1, South Korea's first carrier rocket and first launch vehicle to achieve Earth orbit.
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2020⚡ Event
WHO declares COVID-19 a public health emergency
The World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 pandemic to be a public health emergency of international concern.
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Famous Birthdays on January 30(5)
2005🎂 Birth
Prince Hashem of Jordan born
Prince Hashem, the second son of King Abdullah II of Jordan, was born.
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Notable Deaths on January 30(5)
2025🕊️ Death
Dick Button death
Dick Button, American figure skater and actor, is predicted to pass away.
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2025🕊️ Death
Julius Chan
Julius Chan, a prominent Papua New Guinean politician, passed away. He served as the 2nd Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea.
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2025🕊️ Death
Marianne Faithfull
Marianne Faithfull, the acclaimed English singer-songwriter and actress, has died. She had a significant career in music and film.
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2025🕊️ Death
Edcel Lagman
Edcel Lagman, a Filipino politician, has passed away. He was known for his contributions to Philippine politics.
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2026🕊️ Death
Catherine O'Hara death
Catherine O'Hara, Canadian-American actress, comedian and screenwriter, is predicted to pass away.
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January 30 in History
January 30 is home to 17 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 7 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1933 to the present day.
Major Events on January 30
Among the most notable events on January 30: Hitler Appointed Chancellor (1933), Adolf Hitler appointed Chancellor of Germany (1933), Varig Flight 967 disappears (1979). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on January 30
Notable figures born on January 30 include Tyla, Bijan Robinson, Amen Thompson. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on January 30
Remembered figures who died on January 30 include Dick Button death, Julius Chan, Marianne Faithfull. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on January 30?
- January 30 is home to 17 recorded historical entries, including 7 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on January 30?
- One of the most notable events on January 30 is: Hitler Appointed Chancellor.
- Who was born on January 30?
- Famous figures born on January 30 include Tyla, Bijan Robinson, Amen Thompson.
- How many historical events happened on January 30?
- Our collection records 7 historical events on January 30, spanning centuries of world history.
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