The Origins of January: Why It Became the First Month of the Year

I’ve always been curious, why is January, the first month of the calendar year? I mean after all, it holds a unique position as the beginning of new beginnings. But where does the name "January" come from, and how did it earn its place at the start of our calendar? The answers are steeped in history, mythology, and the evolution of timekeeping systems. Come learn with me.