CoM Moderators Posted December 25, 2022 Share Posted December 25, 2022 274 - Roman Emperor Aurelian dedicates a temple to Sol Invictus on the supposed day of the winter solstice and day of rebirth of the Sun.604 - Battle at Etampes (Stampae): Burgundy beat Neustriers1261 - John IV Lascaris of the restored Eastern Roman Empire is deposed and blinded by orders of his co-ruler Michael VIII Palaeologus.1775 - Pope Pius VI encyclical on the problems of the pontificate1776 - American Revolutionary War: George Washington crosses Delaware River into New Jersey, surprises and defeats 1,400 Hessians1818 - 1st known Christmas carol ("Silent Night, Holy Night" - "Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht) sung (Austria)1936 - Belgian bishops condemn fascism and communism1953 - KNEV (95.5 The Vibe) radio broadcaster in Reno, Nevada begins broadcasting1997 - For 1st time US movie box office receipts pass $6 billion2012 - 8 people are killed and thousands left homeless after two fires strike Manila, Philippines More Historical Events » + Vegas_Millennial 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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