2 Minute History January 10th

January 10th is notable for several significant historical events. In 49 BCE, Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon River, igniting the Roman Civil War and leading to the rise of the Roman Empire. In 1920, the League of Nations held its first meeting in Geneva, aiming to promote peace after World War I, although it ultimately struggled to achieve its goals. On this day in 1984, U.S. President Ronald Reagan recognized the People's Republic of China, establishing diplomatic relations that transformed global geopolitics. Finally, in 2000, the animated series "The Simpsons" premiered, quickly becoming a cultural icon and influencing television comedy.