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19 January
Contemporary era
1915
First Zeppelin raid on England
On 19 January 1915, German zeppelins bombed England, opening aerial warfare against civilians.
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Contemporary era
1809
Birth of Edgar Allan Poe
On 19 January 1809, Edgar Allan Poe was born, master of the tale of terror and pioneer of detective fiction.
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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment
1419
Rouen surrenders to Henry V
On 19 January 1419, after a long siege, Rouen surrendered to Henry V of England, completing the conquest of Normandy.
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