Today in History

From: Charleston Gazette | Date: January 26, 2008| Author: The Associated Press | Copyright information

* In 1788, the first European settlers in Australia, led by Capt. Arthur Phillip, landed in what is now Sydney.

* In 1841, Britain formally occupied Hong Kong, which the Chinese had ceded to the British.

* In 1861, Louisiana seceded from the Union.

* In 1870, Virginia rejoined the Union.

* In 1950, India officially procla...

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