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Monday, 5 January 2026

Day 5 of 2026  ·  360 days remaining in the year  ·  Week 02
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1779
Stephen Decatur, early American Naval hero.
US 247 yrs ago
1928
Walter Mondale, politician.
US 98 yrs ago

► Events on this day 1 entry

1850
The California Exchange opens.
US 176 yrs ago