1863CE
Invention
London Underground Opens
The Metropolitan Railway, the world's first underground railway, opened to the public in London, running between Paddington and Farringdon.
Daily Chronicle
January 10
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1920CE
Politics
League of Nations Established
The Treaty of Versailles went into effect, officially establishing the League of Nations as the first worldwide intergovernmental organization.
1945CE
Birth
Rod Stewart Born
British rock singer and songwriter known for his distinctive raspy voice and flamboyant stage presence. He has sold over 250 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.