January 24

    What happened on January 24 in history

    4 events fall on January 24, from 41 to 1984. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on January 24

    1. 41

      Caligula is assassinated

      Praetorian officers cut down the emperor in a palace corridor and hail Claudius instead.

      Play the Ancient & classical round

    2. 1848

      Gold is found at Sutter's Mill

      James Marshall spots flakes in the tailrace and sets off the California gold rush.

      Read about The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, LondonPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1908

      The first Boy Scout troop is organised

      Robert Baden-Powell's scheme begins publishing in Britain and spreads worldwide.

      Read about Louis Blériot Crosses the English ChannelPlay the 20th century round

    4. 1984

      The Apple Macintosh goes on sale

      The computer introduced by a Super Bowl advert brings the mouse to the desk.

      Read about Los Angeles Summer OlympicsPlay the 20th century round

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