What happend on 6th January

05.01
07.01
1858

Samuel Morse first successfully tested the electrical telegraph.

1853

American President-Elect Franklin Pierce, wife Jane, and son Ben are involved in a train wreck near Andover, Massachusetts. Franklin and Jane survive but eleven-year-old Ben is killed.

1720

The Committee of Inquiry on the South Sea Bubble publishes its findings

1690

Joseph, son of Emperor Leopold I becomes King of the Romans

1661

The fifth monarchy men unsuccessfully attempt to seize control of London.

1579

The Union of Atrecht was signed

1540

King Henry VIII of England marries Anne of Cleves.

1205

Philip of Swabia becomes King of the Romans

1066

Harold Godwinson crowned King of England