Daily Facts about 1920

2023

The League of Nations is founded as part of the Treaty of Versailles, with the goal of promoting international cooperation and peace.

1920

The first commercial radio station, KDKA in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, goes on the air.

1920

Prohibition takes effect in the United States with the ratification of the 18th Amendment, prohibiting the sale and production of alcoholic beverages.

1920

The United States Senate rejects joining the League of Nations, a decision that has a lasting impact on the country's approach to international diplomacy.