January 7

    What happened on January 7 in history

    4 events fall on January 7, from 1610 to 1959. 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 7

    1. 1610

      Galileo sees the moons of Jupiter

      Four points of light beside the planet break the idea that everything orbits Earth.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1785

      The English Channel is crossed by balloon

      Blanchard and Jeffries drift from Dover to a forest near Calais, throwing cargo overboard.

      Read about Montgolfier Brothers' First Animal Flight at VersaillesPlay the Exploration & revolution round

    3. 1927

      Transatlantic telephone service opens

      New York and London are connected by radio-telephone at $75 for five minutes.

      Read about Lindbergh's Arrival in Paris After Transatlantic FlightPlay the 20th century round

    4. 1959

      The United States recognises Castro's government

      Washington extends recognition a week after Batista's flight.

      Read about Construction of the Berlin WallPlay the 20th century round

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