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Wednesday, 21 January 2026

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★ Born on this day 1 entry

1815
Horace Wells, dentist, pioneer in use of medical anesthesia.
US Science & Technology 211 yrs ago

► Events on this day 2 entries

1954
The first nuclear submarine "Nautilus" is launched.
US Science & Technology 72 yrs ago
1967
The microwave oven is invented.
US Science & Technology 59 yrs ago