Events on 20 January 40
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Emperor Decius begins a widespread persecution of Christians in Rome. Pope Fabian is martyred.
Year 649
King Chindasuinth, at the urging of bishop Braulio of Zaragoza, crowns his son Recceswinth as co-ruler of the Visigothic Kingdom.
Year 1265
The first English parliament to include not only Lords but also representatives of the major towns holds its first meeting in the Palace of Westminster, now commonly known as the "Houses of Parliament".
Year 1356
Edward Balliol surrenders his claim to the Scottish throne to Edward III in exchange for an English pension.
Year 1567
Battle of Rio de Janeiro: Portuguese forces under the command of Estácio de Sá definitively drive the French out of Rio de Janeiro.
Year 1576
The Mexican city of León is founded by order of the viceroy Don Martín Enríquez de Almanza.
Year 1783
The Kingdom of Great Britain signs a peace treaty with France and Spain, officially ending hostilities in the American Revolutionary War.
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