On This Day

10th January, 1920 – The Treaty of  Versailles takes effect, officially ending World War I

Treaty of Jassy between Russian and Ottoman Empire is signed.

The 7.1 Mw Tonghai earthquake shakes Tonghai County, Yunnan province, China, with a maximum Mercalli intensity of X (Extreme). Between 10,000–15,621 were killed and 26,783 were injured.

The Finnish Declaration of Independence is recognized by Russia, Sweden, Germany and France.

American General George Washington defeats British General Lord Cornwallis at the Battle Of Princeton.