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31 January

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Contemporary era

1958

Explorer 1, first US satellite

On 31 January 1958, the United States launched Explorer 1, which revealed the Van Allen radiation belts.

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Contemporary era

1865

Congress passes the Thirteenth Amendment

On 31 January 1865, the U.S. House passed the Thirteenth Amendment abolishing slavery.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1606

Execution of Guy Fawkes

On 31 January 1606, Guy Fawkes was executed for the Gunpowder Plot against the English Parliament.

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