Today in History . . . Thanks, ILUVDXL!!

[Deb in IA]

On January 6, 1540, Henry VIII of England marries his fourth wife, Anne of Cleves. The marriage will last six months.

On January 6, 1942, Pan American Airlines completes the first around-the-world commercial flight.

On January 6, 1946, Ho Chi Minh wins in the Vietnamese elections.

On January 6, 1987, astronomers report sighting a new galaxy 12 billion light years away.

 

[Galahad]

At least Anne of Cleves was married to Henry and lived to tell about it.

Welcome back Deb!! Happy New Year!

 

[olena]

Thanks to Deb & Kathy!

 

[EROS]

Welcome back, DEB. Kath did a great job .........

 

[nativetxn]

Very interesting, as always, Deb.