David Hill known as Rabbi Edward Washington a fugitive of justice from the USA arrived in Guyana. He latter founded the House of Israel a religious cult, that was known to beat up opponents of the PNC. He arrived in Guyana on the 13th January, 1972.
Former President Desmond Hoyte meeting with David Hill aka Rabbi Edward Washington
On the 12th Jan, 1853 – the ship “Glentanner” arrived in British Guiana with the first batch of Chinese immigrants
Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow founded the British Guiana Labor Union on the 11th January, 1919. The first trade union in British Guiana.
Dr. Cheddi Jagan unveiling the Critchlow monument which is situated in the parliament forecourt.
Arthur Chung - former President of Guyana was born on the 10th January, 1918.
Francis Hincks became the Governor of British Guiana on the 7th January, 1862.
On the 6th January, 1738 – Laurens Storm Van Gravesande was appointed secretary of the colony of Essequibo.
On the 5th January, 1946 - Bishops' High School was moved to its current location. This school was first established by the Anglican Church in 1870 as a girls' school.
