Daily Facts about January 5

2023

National Bird Day is celebrated to raise awareness of the diversity and conservation of birds worldwide.

1972

President Richard Nixon orders the halt of military operations in North Vietnam, setting the stage for peace negotiations.

1925

Nellie Ross, hailing from Wyoming, assumes office as the first female governor in the United States.

1589

Catherine de' Medici, the influential Queen of France, passes away. She played a key role during the French Wars of Religion.