On January 22nd:

 1901  Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom Passes Away

A significant era in British history came to an end on January 22nd, 1901, with the passing of Queen Victoria. Her reign, known as the Victorian Era, left an indelible mark on the 19th century.

 1973  The U.S. Supreme Court Issues the Roe v. Wade Decision

A landmark decision in the history of U.S. jurisprudence occurred on January 22nd, 1973, as the Supreme Court issued the Roe v. Wade decision, legalizing a woman’s right to choose an abortion.

1984  Apple Introduces the Macintosh Personal Computer

January 22nd, 1984, witnessed the unveiling of the Apple Macintosh, a revolutionary personal computer with a graphical user interface. It played a pivotal role in shaping the future of computing.