Today in History – January 12

World History

1. 1879 – British-Zulu War Begins
   A defining conflict in colonial African history.
2. 2010 – Earthquake Devastates Haiti
   Catastrophe leading to international humanitarian focus.
3. 1969 – Led Zeppelin Releases Debut Album
   Influential in shaping global rock and modern music.

U.S. History

1. 1932 – Hattie Caraway Becomes First Woman Elected to Full U.S. Senate Term
   Breakthrough for women’s political representation.
2. 1991 – U.S. Congress Approves Use of Force in the Gulf War
   U.S. military involvement drives major geopolitical consequences.
3. 1948 – Supreme Court Ends White Primary Elections
   Advances racial equality and voting rights in the South.