January 01 in history: Foundation of Republic of China and NAFTA, and more

 | Updated: Jan 01, 2021, 09:37 AM IST

From discovery of X-rays to commencement of European Common Market, here's what happened on this ay in history

Wilhelm Röntgen announces his discovery of x-rays

Wilhelm Röntgen announces his discovery of x-rays

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Republic of China is founded

Republic of China is founded

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European Common Market starts operation

European Common Market starts operation

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Czechoslovakia is peacefully dissolved and split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia

Czechoslovakia is peacefully dissolved and split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia

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North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) comes into effect

North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) comes into effect

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