On This Day in Tech History
Stories Published January 10 Throughout History
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Historic Tech Events
Thomas Paine published "Common Sense"

Thomas Paine published his influential pamphlet "Common Sense," which advocated for American independence from British rule. The pamphlet helped to galvanize the revolutionary movement and inspire the colonists to break free from British control
The Treaty of Versailles went into effect

The Treaty of Versailles went into effect, officially ending World War I. The treaty was signed in 1919 and imposed harsh penalties on Germany, including financial reparations, territorial loss, and military restrictions. The treaty helped to shape the political landscape of Europe in the years to come, and its legacy is still felt today.
The first Apple computers to ship with Intel processors were released

The importance of this transition can not be overlooked, as it enabled a level of compatibility with Windows computers never before possible.
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