January 1 has been known as New Year’s Day since the Roman times. But that didn’t necessarily mean it was the first day of the new year…

Margo Lestz – The Curious Rambler
Bringing History to Life
January 1 has been known as New Year’s Day since the Roman times. But that didn’t necessarily mean it was the first day of the new year…
The French Revolutionaries weren’t content with just changing their government. They wanted to change everything – even how they kept track of time.