January 2

What happened on January 2 in history

3 events fall on January 2, from 1788 to 1959. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on January 2

  1. 1788

    Georgia ratifies the US Constitution

    The fourth state to ratify does so unanimously, weeks after Delaware led the way.

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  2. 1900

    The first Davis Cup tennis match is planned

    American and British players agree the international challenge that still bears Dwight Davis's name.

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  3. 1959

    Fidel Castro's rebels enter Santiago de Cuba

    Castro addresses crowds from the city hall balcony as the old army stands down.

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