1556 The Shaanxi Earthquake Devastates China, Claiming Hundreds of Thousands of Lives
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On January 23rd, 1556, one of the deadliest earthquakes in recorded history struck Shaanxi, China. The catastrophic event had far-reaching consequences, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives.
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1849 Elizabeth Blackwell Becomes the First Woman in the United States to Receive a Medical Degree
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A trailblazing moment in medical history occurred on January 23rd, 1849, as Elizabeth Blackwell became the first woman in the United States to receive a medical degree, paving the way for future generations of female physicians.
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1964 The 24th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is Ratified, Abolishing Poll Taxes
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On this day in 1964, the 24th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, prohibiting the imposition of poll taxes in federal elections. This was a significant step in advancing voting rights.
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