January 9

What happened on January 9 in history

4 events fall on January 9, from 1788 to 2007. 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 9

  1. 1788

    Connecticut ratifies the US Constitution

    The fifth state approves the new frame of government by a wide margin.

    Play the Exploration & revolution round

  2. 1863

    The London Underground opens

    Steam trains run the Metropolitan Railway between Paddington and Farringdon Street.

    Read about Opening of the Metropolitan Railway, World's First UndergroundPlay the 19th century round

  3. 1972

    The Queen Elizabeth liner burns in Hong Kong

    Fire guts the converted ship during refit and she capsizes in the harbour.

    Play the 20th century round

  4. 2007

    Apple unveils the iPhone

    Steve Jobs presents a phone, an iPod and an internet device that turn out to be one product.