2 Minute History January 14th

January 14th is notable for several significant historical events. In 1784, the United States ratified the Treaty of Paris, officially ending the Revolutionary War and recognizing American independence. In 1898, Émile Zola published his famous open letter "J'accuse…!" which exposed anti-Semitism in the Dreyfus Affair and highlighted issues of justice and civil rights. The first public demonstration against the Vietnam War occurred in 1969, marking a significant moment in the rise of anti-war sentiment in the United States. Lastly, in 2005, the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter was launched, enhancing our understanding of Mars and paving the way for future explorations.