1921 Diplomacy & Treaties Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 01 Jan Establishment of the Irish Free State: On January 1, 1921, the Irish Free State was established as a self-governing dominion within the British Commonwealth, following the Anglo-Irish Treaty. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 08 Jan U.S. Navy Lieutenant Shot by Japanese Sentry in Vladivostok: On January 8, 1921, Lieutenant W.H. Langdon of the U.S.S. Albany was fatally shot by a Japanese sentry in Vladivostok, Russia, while returning to his ship. The incident led to diplomatic tensions, with the U.S. government seeking reparation from Japan for the unlawful killing. source: history.state.gov
- 19 Jan Central American Nations Pact of Union: On January 19, 1921, delegations from Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras signed the Pact of Union, aiming to reestablish a unified Central American federation. Nicaragua did not sign due to concerns over the Bryan-Chamorro Treaty with the United States. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 06 May German-Soviet Provisional Agreement signed in Berlin: On May 6, 1921, Germany and Soviet Russia signed a provisional agreement in Berlin, recognizing the Soviet regime and establishing diplomatic relations. This agreement paved the way for future cooperation between the two nations. source: marxists.org
- 10 May German political leadership change: On May 10, 1921, German Chancellor Constantin Fehrenbach's government resigned due to gridlocked negotiations on reparations and the U.S.'s refusal to act as a mediator in the crisis, leading to a change in political leadership. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 02 Jul U.S.-Hungary Friendship Treaty: On July 2, 1921, the United States and Hungary signed a treaty of friendship, aiming to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations between the two nations. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 06 Aug Kamenev pledges release of American prisoners: On August 6, 1921, Lev Kamenev, a Soviet official, pledged to release American prisoners detained in Russia. This commitment was part of negotiations to facilitate American relief efforts during a severe famine in the Soviet Union. source: cambridge.org
- 10 Aug Soviet Union releases American prisoners: On August 10, 1921, the Soviet Union released American prisoners detained in Russia. This release was part of an agreement to facilitate American relief efforts during a severe famine in the Soviet Union. source: cambridge.org
- 20 Sep British Government's Irish Negotiation Proposal: The British government proposed negotiations to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ireland, leading to discussions that would eventually culminate in the Anglo-Irish Treaty. This was a pivotal moment in Irish history. source: britannica.com
- 29 Sep British invitation to Irish peace negotiations: On September 29, 1921, British Prime Minister David Lloyd George invited Irish representatives to a conference in London to discuss the future of Ireland, leading to the Anglo-Irish Treaty negotiations. source: difp.ie
- 11 Oct Anglo-Irish peace talks begin in London: Peace negotiations between the British government and Irish representatives commenced in London on October 11, 1921.
- 13 Oct Treaty of Kars signed: The Treaty of Kars was signed on October 13, 1921, between Turkey and the Soviet republics of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. source: Wikipedia (day-month pages)
- 26 Oct Solomon Porter Hood appointed Minister to Liberia: On October 26, 1921, Solomon Porter Hood was appointed as the U.S. Minister to Liberia. His appointment was part of the U.S. diplomatic efforts in West Africa during that period.
- 13 Nov Four-Power Pacific Treaty Signed: The Four-Power Pacific Treaty was signed on November 13, 1921, during the Washington Conference. This treaty involved the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, and France, aiming to maintain peace in the Pacific region. source: britannica.com
- 22 Nov UK-Afghanistan Treaty of 1921: On November 22, 1921, the Treaty between the British and Afghan Governments was signed in Kabul, reaffirming Afghanistan's independence and establishing diplomatic relations. The treaty addressed boundary delimitations and permitted Afghanistan to import arms through India. It remained in force until 1947. source: treaties.fcdo.gov.uk
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