January 1st New Years Day
What Happened on the day you were born on This day in History
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What Happened on the day you were born on This day in History
For Those With Birthdays 1st January or looking for specific year these years are Included on this date
1901, 1915, 1919, 1935, 1937, 1942, 1946, 1947, 1951, 1953, 1959, 1962, 1966, 1971, 1973, 1974, 1984, 1985, 1989, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, Born This Day,
UK
1962 England The Beatles
1st January, 1962 : The Beatles go for an audition with Decca Records and are turned down in favor of the Tremeloes. I can imagine someone had butts kicked for that decision
1962 England The Beatles
1st January, 1962 : The Beatles go for an audition with Decca Records and are turned down in favor of the Tremeloes. I can imagine someone had butts kicked for that decision
Australia
1901 Australia Commonwealth Of Australia Created
1st January, 1901: The Commonwealth of Australia was proclaimed
1901 Australia Commonwealth Of Australia Created
1st January, 1901: The Commonwealth of Australia was proclaimed
UK
1915 UK Formidable
1st January, 1915: In the early morning of New Year’s Day a British ship named Formidable was hit by a German submarine known as U-42. The Formidable sunk into the waters of the English Channel, and 547 lives were lost.
1915 UK Formidable
1st January, 1915: In the early morning of New Year’s Day a British ship named Formidable was hit by a German submarine known as U-42. The Formidable sunk into the waters of the English Channel, and 547 lives were lost.
U.S.
1919 U.S.A. Henry Ford
1st January, 1919 : Henry Ford stood down as president of the Ford Motor Company and his son Edsel Ford took over running the Ford Motor Company . That same day, the company announced that it would increase its minimum wage to $6.00 per day.
1919 U.S.A. Henry Ford
1st January, 1919 : Henry Ford stood down as president of the Ford Motor Company and his son Edsel Ford took over running the Ford Motor Company . That same day, the company announced that it would increase its minimum wage to $6.00 per day.
U.S.
1935 U.S.A. Orange Bowl
1st January, 1935 : The First Orange Bowl Game was played and Bucknell University shut out University of Miami (score 26-0). Three of the four touchdowns were scored by a running back, and the fourth touchdown was scored as a result of a forward pass play. This game too place in Pennsylvania and a total of 12,000 fans witnessed it.
1935 U.S.A. Orange Bowl
1st January, 1935 : The First Orange Bowl Game was played and Bucknell University shut out University of Miami (score 26-0). Three of the four touchdowns were scored by a running back, and the fourth touchdown was scored as a result of a forward pass play. This game too place in Pennsylvania and a total of 12,000 fans witnessed it.
UK
1937 Great Britain Safety Glass
1st January, 1937 : In Great Britain, manufacturers were required to make safe glass mandatory. The new safety glass that was created was similar to the kinds that are used today in the creation of windows for automobiles.
If the glass cracks, it would shatter into thousands of little pieces versus the larger pieces which would cause serious damage. A year before this, a glass called PVB (polyvinyl) was created, and this was the type of glass that was used in cars.
1937 Great Britain Safety Glass
1st January, 1937 : In Great Britain, manufacturers were required to make safe glass mandatory. The new safety glass that was created was similar to the kinds that are used today in the creation of windows for automobiles.
If the glass cracks, it would shatter into thousands of little pieces versus the larger pieces which would cause serious damage. A year before this, a glass called PVB (polyvinyl) was created, and this was the type of glass that was used in cars.
U.S.
1937 U.S.A. Old Age Pensions
1st January, 1937 : Workers begin to acquire credits toward old-age pension benefits. Employers and employees became subject to a tax of one percent of wages on up to $3,000 a year.
1937 U.S.A. Old Age Pensions
1st January, 1937 : Workers begin to acquire credits toward old-age pension benefits. Employers and employees became subject to a tax of one percent of wages on up to $3,000 a year.
U.S.
1942 U.S.A. Car Production Stops
1st January, 1942 : The U.S. government no longer allowed the sale of civilian vehicles (i.e. cars and trucks). It was after this date that automobile manufacturers were required to make only vehicles which were to be used for war purposes.
Automobile plants during this time were dedicated to the sale of bombers, jeeps, military trucks, and other gear.
1942 U.S.A. Car Production Stops
1st January, 1942 : The U.S. government no longer allowed the sale of civilian vehicles (i.e. cars and trucks). It was after this date that automobile manufacturers were required to make only vehicles which were to be used for war purposes.
Automobile plants during this time were dedicated to the sale of bombers, jeeps, military trucks, and other gear.
UN
1942 UN United Nations
1st January, 1942 : Representatives of 26 countries came together and signed a declaration that established the existence of the “United Nations” (the UN). President Franklin D. Roosevelt and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill were among the leaders that were there.
One of the intentions of establishing the UN was to be able to enforce peacekeeping strategies. This particular meeting took place approximately in the middle of the timeline during which World War II took place.
1942 UN United Nations
1st January, 1942 : Representatives of 26 countries came together and signed a declaration that established the existence of the “United Nations” (the UN). President Franklin D. Roosevelt and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill were among the leaders that were there.
One of the intentions of establishing the UN was to be able to enforce peacekeeping strategies. This particular meeting took place approximately in the middle of the timeline during which World War II took place.
UK
1947 Great Britain Coal Mines Nationalised
1st January, 1947 : Following the creation of National Coal Board ( NCB )in 1946 Great Britain nationalises Coal mines transferring the assets of approximately 800 private colliery companies to the National Coal Board. The coal industry continued in this way until 1994 when it was again privatised.
1947 Great Britain Coal Mines Nationalised
1st January, 1947 : Following the creation of National Coal Board ( NCB )in 1946 Great Britain nationalises Coal mines transferring the assets of approximately 800 private colliery companies to the National Coal Board. The coal industry continued in this way until 1994 when it was again privatised.
Japan
1946 Japan Japanese Soldiers Surrender
1st January, 1946 : Years after the war was over Japanese Soldiers on the Island of Corregidor read about the end of the war in a local newspaper and surrendered to American Troops
1946 Japan Japanese Soldiers Surrender
1st January, 1946 : Years after the war was over Japanese Soldiers on the Island of Corregidor read about the end of the war in a local newspaper and surrendered to American Troops
U.S.
1951 U.S.A. Pay Per View Movies
1st January, 1951 : The first testing of Pay Per View Movies is tested by The Zenith Radio Corporation but Pay Per View Movies only appeared for the mass audience nearly 45 years later in the 90's
1951 U.S.A. Pay Per View Movies
1st January, 1951 : The first testing of Pay Per View Movies is tested by The Zenith Radio Corporation but Pay Per View Movies only appeared for the mass audience nearly 45 years later in the 90's
U.S.
1953 U.S.A. Hank Williams
1st January, 1953 : Hank Williams died this year of a heart attack. He was only 29 years old when he passed away suddenly, on a way to a show in Canton, Ohio. The media had suspected that his death was a result of drug and/or alcohol abuse.
Some of Hank Williams Hits included “Your Cheating Heart” and “Move it On Over”. His son, Hank Williams, Jr. followed in his (Hank William’s footsteps.)
1953 U.S.A. Hank Williams
1st January, 1953 : Hank Williams died this year of a heart attack. He was only 29 years old when he passed away suddenly, on a way to a show in Canton, Ohio. The media had suspected that his death was a result of drug and/or alcohol abuse.
Some of Hank Williams Hits included “Your Cheating Heart” and “Move it On Over”. His son, Hank Williams, Jr. followed in his (Hank William’s footsteps.)
Cuba
1959 Cuba Batista Flees Castro Takes Over
1st January, 1959 : Batista was the leader of Cuba that fled the country as of this date. This occurred less than a year after a revolution that was started by Fidel Castro. Castro later became premier in February of 1959.
1959 Cuba Batista Flees Castro Takes Over
1st January, 1959 : Batista was the leader of Cuba that fled the country as of this date. This occurred less than a year after a revolution that was started by Fidel Castro. Castro later became premier in February of 1959.
Vietnam
1966 Vietnam Vietnam
1st January, 1966: Select portions of the 1st Regiment of the 1st Marine troops were sent to Vietnam on this day, followed by the rest of this division which arrived by March. The 1st Marine Division was stationed at Chu Lai, where its headquarters were established.
During the battles that followed the above-mentioned arrival, 20 members had received the Medal of Honor. This was an award given to those who committed brave acts on the battlefield.
The 1st Marine Division was also awarded the Presidential citation twice. This is considered a very prestigious honor that is usually only given out to military units who carry out extraordinarily brave and heroic acts.
1966 Vietnam Vietnam
1st January, 1966: Select portions of the 1st Regiment of the 1st Marine troops were sent to Vietnam on this day, followed by the rest of this division which arrived by March. The 1st Marine Division was stationed at Chu Lai, where its headquarters were established.
During the battles that followed the above-mentioned arrival, 20 members had received the Medal of Honor. This was an award given to those who committed brave acts on the battlefield.
The 1st Marine Division was also awarded the Presidential citation twice. This is considered a very prestigious honor that is usually only given out to military units who carry out extraordinarily brave and heroic acts.
U.S.
1966 U.S.A. Subway Strike
1st January, 1966 : A strike started on the New York Subway and even after putting the Union Leader Michael Quill in Jail a few days later the strike continued bringing the city to it's knees and they achieved the objective with a 15% pay rise
1966 U.S.A. Subway Strike
1st January, 1966 : A strike started on the New York Subway and even after putting the Union Leader Michael Quill in Jail a few days later the strike continued bringing the city to it's knees and they achieved the objective with a 15% pay rise
Canada
1966 Canada Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
1st January, 1966 : Canada Introduces it's earnings-related social insurance program the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) . At age 65 The CPP provides regular pension payments calculated as 25% of the average contributory maximum over the last 5 years.
1966 Canada Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
1st January, 1966 : Canada Introduces it's earnings-related social insurance program the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) . At age 65 The CPP provides regular pension payments calculated as 25% of the average contributory maximum over the last 5 years.
U.S.
1966 U.S.A Early Adopter Of Warnings On Cigarette Packets
1st January, 1966 : The United States becomes one of the earliest countries in the world to place warning notices on cigarette packets.
By law all US cigarette packs began carrying the warning:
"Caution! Cigarette smoking may be hazardous to your health."
1966 U.S.A Early Adopter Of Warnings On Cigarette Packets
1st January, 1966 : The United States becomes one of the earliest countries in the world to place warning notices on cigarette packets.
By law all US cigarette packs began carrying the warning:
"Caution! Cigarette smoking may be hazardous to your health."
U.S.
1971 U.S.A. Cigarette Ads
1st January, 1971 : America starts the New Year off with no cigarette ads on television or radio stations. This was one of the first steps to discourage cigarette smoking after it was learned that cigarette smoking was linked to health problems such as lung cancer, heart disease, and emphysema.
1971 U.S.A. Cigarette Ads
1st January, 1971 : America starts the New Year off with no cigarette ads on television or radio stations. This was one of the first steps to discourage cigarette smoking after it was learned that cigarette smoking was linked to health problems such as lung cancer, heart disease, and emphysema.
UK
1973 England EEC
1st January, 1973 : The United Kingdom becomes a fully-fledged member of the EEC together with Ireland and Denmark in becoming the newest members of the community, bringing the total number of member states to nine.
1973 England EEC
1st January, 1973 : The United Kingdom becomes a fully-fledged member of the EEC together with Ireland and Denmark in becoming the newest members of the community, bringing the total number of member states to nine.
U.S.
1974 U.S.A. Watergate
1st January, 1974: An indictment (formal accusation which leads to a criminal case) had taken place today. Certain top presidential aids such as former Attorney General John M. Mitchell (Nixon’s campaign director), Jed Stuart Magruder, (tried guilty of conspiracy to obstruct justice), and others. Different bits of information about the Watergate scandal were revealed on this day. For instance, Magruder had said that Mitchell had approved the burglary and wiretapping. Other people were have found out to have had knowledge of the cover-up of the Watergate incident.
1974 U.S.A. Watergate
1st January, 1974: An indictment (formal accusation which leads to a criminal case) had taken place today. Certain top presidential aids such as former Attorney General John M. Mitchell (Nixon’s campaign director), Jed Stuart Magruder, (tried guilty of conspiracy to obstruct justice), and others. Different bits of information about the Watergate scandal were revealed on this day. For instance, Magruder had said that Mitchell had approved the burglary and wiretapping. Other people were have found out to have had knowledge of the cover-up of the Watergate incident.
1984 Brunei Gains Independence
1st January, 1984 : The Sultanate of Brunei gains independence from Great Britain
1st January, 1984 : The Sultanate of Brunei gains independence from Great Britain
U.S.
1984 U.S.A. AT&T
1st January, 1984 : Following the U.S. District Court Judge Harold Greene's ruling on August 5, 1983, AT&T was forced to dispose of 22 Bell Systems companies or baby bells as they were called.
1984 U.S.A. AT&T
1st January, 1984 : Following the U.S. District Court Judge Harold Greene's ruling on August 5, 1983, AT&T was forced to dispose of 22 Bell Systems companies or baby bells as they were called.
UK
1985 UK First Mobile Phone Call
1st January, 1985 : The British comedian Ernie Wise makes the First Mobile Phone Call in Britain to Vodafone.
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1985 UK First Mobile Phone Call
1st January, 1985 : The British comedian Ernie Wise makes the First Mobile Phone Call in Britain to Vodafone.
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World
1989 World Montreal Protocol
1st January, 1989 : The Montreal Protocol to phase out the production of a number of halogenated hydrocarbons ( Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) ) believed to be responsible for ozone depletion enters into force
1989 World Montreal Protocol
1st January, 1989 : The Montreal Protocol to phase out the production of a number of halogenated hydrocarbons ( Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) ) believed to be responsible for ozone depletion enters into force
Canada
1991 Canada Goods and Services Tax (GST)
1st January, 1991 : Canada introduces the national sales tax the Canadian Goods and Services Tax (GST) is introduced which is a 5% tax on all products, except
Food and groceries
residential rent
medical services
financial services
1991 Canada Goods and Services Tax (GST)
1st January, 1991 : Canada introduces the national sales tax the Canadian Goods and Services Tax (GST) is introduced which is a 5% tax on all products, except
Food and groceries
residential rent
medical services
financial services
Czechoslovakia
1993 Czechoslovakia Czech Republic and Slovakia Created
1st January, 1993 : Czechoslovakia splits into two new countries, the Czech Republic and Slovakia
1993 Czechoslovakia Czech Republic and Slovakia Created
1st January, 1993 : Czechoslovakia splits into two new countries, the Czech Republic and Slovakia
U.S.
1994 U.S.A. / Canada / Mexico North American Free Trade Agreement
1st January, 1994 : North American Free Trade Agreement ( NAFTA) for the countries of North America goes into effect, creating the largest trading bloc in the world Canada, the United States and Mexico
1994 U.S.A. / Canada / Mexico North American Free Trade Agreement
1st January, 1994 : North American Free Trade Agreement ( NAFTA) for the countries of North America goes into effect, creating the largest trading bloc in the world Canada, the United States and Mexico
UK
1995 England Fred West
1st January, 1995 : The Serial killer Fred West charged with 12 murders, has been found hanged in his prison cell, it is believed to have been suicide.
1995 England Fred West
1st January, 1995 : The Serial killer Fred West charged with 12 murders, has been found hanged in his prison cell, it is believed to have been suicide.
World
1995 World WTO
1st January, 1995 : The (WTO) World Trade Organization as the successor to the (GATT) organization General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade to supervise and liberalize international trade between nations of the world
1995 World WTO
1st January, 1995 : The (WTO) World Trade Organization as the successor to the (GATT) organization General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade to supervise and liberalize international trade between nations of the world
European Union
1998 Europe European Central Bank
1st January, 1998 : The European Central Bank is created prior to the introduction and adoption of the Euro in 1999 when it would become responsible for monetary policy covering member States of the Eurozone.
1998 Europe European Central Bank
1st January, 1998 : The European Central Bank is created prior to the introduction and adoption of the Euro in 1999 when it would become responsible for monetary policy covering member States of the Eurozone.
U.S.
1998 U.S.A. Anti Smoking Laws
1st January, 1998 : California, implements tough new anti smoking laws prohibiting people from lighting up in bars.
1998 U.S.A. Anti Smoking Laws
1st January, 1998 : California, implements tough new anti smoking laws prohibiting people from lighting up in bars.
European Union
1999 Europe The Euro
1st January, 1999 : Eleven nations have made the Euro their currency during this year. This is part of the effort made by the European Union to create a united “economic giant”. This was one of the most recent efforts since World War II to re-unite Europe. The Euro is only to be used in stock markets, financial transactions between banks and cash less shopping with cheques and credit cards. The Euro bank notes and coins will not be introduced for 2 or 3 years so traditional currencies will be in use throughout Europe for some time yet. ( 2002 is the expected date for Euro notes and coins )
1999 Europe The Euro
1st January, 1999 : Eleven nations have made the Euro their currency during this year. This is part of the effort made by the European Union to create a united “economic giant”. This was one of the most recent efforts since World War II to re-unite Europe. The Euro is only to be used in stock markets, financial transactions between banks and cash less shopping with cheques and credit cards. The Euro bank notes and coins will not be introduced for 2 or 3 years so traditional currencies will be in use throughout Europe for some time yet. ( 2002 is the expected date for Euro notes and coins )
World
2000 Worldwide New Millennium
1st January, 2000 : This is the day that the New Millennium took place. The big concern that arose during this time was one considering what was called the possible “Y2K Crisis”.
In short, it was originally believed that regional, national, or worldwide computer crisis was going to occur after the clock struck midnight in the year 2000. People were reading books about how to prepare for this crisis, which could affect not only offices but roads, homes, amusement parks, and so on. People also prepared water, food, and other emergency items in case the Y2K Crisis would become a reality. It was originally thought that the year 2000 would be read by most computers as the year “1900”. Fortunately, the worst imagined did not happen, and there was no real threat. It was either that or the world was so scared that it would happened that it spent over and above the amount of money needed to ensure that it would not happen.
2000 Worldwide New Millennium
1st January, 2000 : This is the day that the New Millennium took place. The big concern that arose during this time was one considering what was called the possible “Y2K Crisis”.
In short, it was originally believed that regional, national, or worldwide computer crisis was going to occur after the clock struck midnight in the year 2000. People were reading books about how to prepare for this crisis, which could affect not only offices but roads, homes, amusement parks, and so on. People also prepared water, food, and other emergency items in case the Y2K Crisis would become a reality. It was originally thought that the year 2000 would be read by most computers as the year “1900”. Fortunately, the worst imagined did not happen, and there was no real threat. It was either that or the world was so scared that it would happened that it spent over and above the amount of money needed to ensure that it would not happen.
Panama
2000 Panama Panama Canal
1st January, 2000 : As the new millennium begins the United States has handed over the Panama Canal to Panama, ending nearly 100 years of American control over one of the world's most strategic waterways. The Panama canal is nearly 50 miles long joining the Pacific and Atlantic oceans and has been run by the US Defense Department since it opened in August 1914
2000 Panama Panama Canal
1st January, 2000 : As the new millennium begins the United States has handed over the Panama Canal to Panama, ending nearly 100 years of American control over one of the world's most strategic waterways. The Panama canal is nearly 50 miles long joining the Pacific and Atlantic oceans and has been run by the US Defense Department since it opened in August 1914
European Union
2002 Europe The Euro
1st January, 2002 : Twelve of the European Union's 15 countries have woken to life with a new currency today, as the Euro reached the purses of ordinary citizens across the continent.
2002 Europe The Euro
1st January, 2002 : Twelve of the European Union's 15 countries have woken to life with a new currency today, as the Euro reached the purses of ordinary citizens across the continent.
UK
2004 UK Property Prices
3rd January, 2004 : The house price boom continued in 2003 with average house price in the UK reaching £135,000, in some areas of the country the increases over the last 12 months have been as high as 65% in Northern parts of the country but overall house prices have risen by 15% over the last 12 months.
2004 UK Property Prices
3rd January, 2004 : The house price boom continued in 2003 with average house price in the UK reaching £135,000, in some areas of the country the increases over the last 12 months have been as high as 65% in Northern parts of the country but overall house prices have risen by 15% over the last 12 months.
Indonesia
2005 Southern Asia Tsunami Death Toll
1st January, 2005 : One week after tsunami in southern Asia, the confirmed death count is over 120,000. Indonesia approx 80,000
Sri Lanka approx 28,500
India approx 8,000
Others approx 4,000
Indonesia has now stopped counting and is struggling to deal with the aftermath and prevent a massive outbreak of a typhoid epidemic.
It is estimated 5 - 7 million have been made homeless.
2005 Southern Asia Tsunami Death Toll
1st January, 2005 : One week after tsunami in southern Asia, the confirmed death count is over 120,000. Indonesia approx 80,000
Sri Lanka approx 28,500
India approx 8,000
Others approx 4,000
Indonesia has now stopped counting and is struggling to deal with the aftermath and prevent a massive outbreak of a typhoid epidemic.
It is estimated 5 - 7 million have been made homeless.
Australia
2006 Australia Hottest January 1st On Record
1st January, 2006 : Sydney, Australia temp hits a staggering 45 degrees Celsius ( 113 degrees centigrade ) causing bush fires and power outages.
2006 Australia Hottest January 1st On Record
1st January, 2006 : Sydney, Australia temp hits a staggering 45 degrees Celsius ( 113 degrees centigrade ) causing bush fires and power outages.
Indonesia
2007 Indonesia Plane Crash
1st January, 2007 : Adam Air Flight 574 a Boeing 737-4Q8 disappears near Polewali in Sulawesi over the Java Sea presumed crashed with 102 people on board presumed dead .
2007 Indonesia Plane Crash
1st January, 2007 : Adam Air Flight 574 a Boeing 737-4Q8 disappears near Polewali in Sulawesi over the Java Sea presumed crashed with 102 people on board presumed dead .
Kenya
2008 Kenya Ethnic Violence
1st January, 2008 : The violence in Kenya continues to worsen following the Election with mob shootings and ethnic violence breaking out. The latest is the murder of 50 ethnic Kikuyus as they looked for refuge in a local church when a mob torched a church containing women and children, many were hacked to death with machetes as they tried to escape the burning church. The ethnic violence is beginning to look like Rwanda over again and currently the world is looking on in dismay .
2008 Kenya Ethnic Violence
1st January, 2008 : The violence in Kenya continues to worsen following the Election with mob shootings and ethnic violence breaking out. The latest is the murder of 50 ethnic Kikuyus as they looked for refuge in a local church when a mob torched a church containing women and children, many were hacked to death with machetes as they tried to escape the burning church. The ethnic violence is beginning to look like Rwanda over again and currently the world is looking on in dismay .
U.S.
2008 U.S.A. Civil Unions
1st January, 2008 : The law legalizing civil unions between same sex couples goes into effect in New Hampshire.
2008 U.S.A. Civil Unions
1st January, 2008 : The law legalizing civil unions between same sex couples goes into effect in New Hampshire.
European Union
2008 Cyprus and Malta Adopt The Euro
1st January, 2008 : Cyprus and Malta adopt the Euro joining 13 other European countries using the single currency. Countries Now Using the Euro Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain.
2008 Cyprus and Malta Adopt The Euro
1st January, 2008 : Cyprus and Malta adopt the Euro joining 13 other European countries using the single currency. Countries Now Using the Euro Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain.
France
2008 France Anti Smoking Laws
1st January, 2008 : France implements tough No-smoking rules prohibiting people from lighting up in cafes, bars and restaurants.
2008 France Anti Smoking Laws
1st January, 2008 : France implements tough No-smoking rules prohibiting people from lighting up in cafes, bars and restaurants.
European Union
2009 Slovakia Euro Adopted
1st January, 2009 : Slovakia becomes the sixteenth country in the European Union to adopt the Euro as it's currency
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2009 Slovakia Euro Adopted
1st January, 2009 : Slovakia becomes the sixteenth country in the European Union to adopt the Euro as it's currency
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