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8 January
Contemporary era
1912
Founding of the ANC in South Africa
On 8 January 1912, the African National Congress was founded in Bloemfontein, Africa's oldest liberation movement.
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Contemporary era
1815
Battle of New Orleans
On 8 January 1815, Andrew Jackson repelled the British at New Orleans, the last battle of the War of 1812.
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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment
1642
Death of Galileo
On 8 January 1642, Galileo, father of modern science, died under house arrest at Arcetri.
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