Today in History: January 12, Haiti earthquake kills an estimated 300,000
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On January 12, 2010, Haiti experienced a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake, leading to an estimated 300,000 fatalities, profoundly impacting the nation and its recovery efforts.
January 12 marks significant historical milestones, including Hattie W. Caraway's election as the first woman in the U.S. Senate and the U.S. Supreme Court ruling against racial discrimination.
Amelia Earhart's groundbreaking 18-hour solo flight from Honolulu to Oakland in 1935 positioned her as a pioneer in aviation, symbolizing the spirit of adventure and women's achievement.
The rejection of a constitutional amendment for women's right to vote by the U.S. House in 1915 reflects the ongoing battle for gender equality that continued for decades.
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