January 13: on this day in history

Historical events

1. 27 BCOctavian announced that he was transferring his extraordinary powers to the Roman Senate and people.
2. 1822The design of the Greek flag was adopted during Greece's struggle for independence.
3. 1942Henry Ford patented his car made with soybean-derived plastic.
4. 1968Johnny Cash performed for inmates at Folsom Prison; the recording became a famous live album.
5. 1993The Chemical Weapons Convention, banning the production and use of chemical weapons, was signed.

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