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Memory Lane: January 16


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January 16 is packed full of absolute highlights in our cultural history. Why not share with those celebrating an anniversary or birthday today?

January 16 is a date throughout history that has shone with the births of incredible people, the publishing of famous pieces of literature and incredible sporting feats.

From Superman to Jaws, these are just some of the important things to happen today in history!.

From Superman to Jaws, these are just some of the important things to happen today in history!

Here's just a few things that took place on this day in history: 

  • Daily newspaper comic strip featuring "Superman" debuts (note: this was not the first time Superman made a published appearance, he popped up in Action Comics the year before, in 1938)
  • Horror film director John Carpenter was born on this day in 1948. Carpenter directed horror and science-fiction classics such as Halloween (1978), The Fog (1980) and Escape from New York (1981).
  • Sir Donald Bradman scores 233 against the West Indies (1931)
  • The novel Jaws, by Peter Benchley, is published (1974)
  • Were you a fan of Carpenter's work? 

    Did you grow up loving Superman? Or did you prefer Batman?

    What's your opinion on the Jaws book and movies?

    We'd love to hear from you. Why not sound off in the comments below.

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