January 26

Saturday 26, 1980:

Israel and Egypt establish diplomatic relations.

Monday 26, 1970:

Folk rock duo Simon and Garfunkel release classic album Bridge Over Troubled Water.

Thursday 26, 1961:

John F. Kennedy appoints Janet G. Travell to be his physician. This is the first time a woman holds this appointment.

Friday 26, 1934:

The Apollo Theater opens in Harlem, New York City.

Thursday 26, 1736:

Stanislaus I of Poland abdicates his throne.

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