1. Victory Day: January 14, 2011, marked Victory Day in Delaware, a celebration that commemorates the state's ratification of the U.S. Constitution. On this day, events were held throughout the state to celebrate Delaware's role in the founding of the nation.

2. Wilmington Riots: In 1968, Wilmington, Delaware, experienced one of the worst racial riots in the state's history, sparked by the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4th. The riots lasted for several days and resulted in numerous injuries and arrests.

3. Women's Suffrage: On January 14, 1920, Delaware was one of the 36 states that voted to ratify the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which granted women the right to vote. This was a historic moment in Delaware's history and helped to pave the way for gender equality throughout the nation.

4. First European Settlement: On January 14, 1638, Swedish explorer Peter Minuit landed on the banks of the Delaware River and established the first European settlement in Delaware. The settlement was called New Sweden and was located near present-day Wilmington.

5. First State Capital: On January 14, 1777, the state of Delaware declared Dover as its capital city. Dover remains the capital of Delaware to this day and is known for its historic landmarks, including the Old State House, which was built in 1791 and served as the state's capitol building until 1933.