December 12

    What happened on December 12 in history

    7 events fall on December 12, from 1787 to 2015. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on December 12

    1. 1787

      Pennsylvania ratifies the Constitution

      It becomes the second state.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1901

      The first transatlantic radio signal

      Marconi reports hearing three dots in Newfoundland from Cornwall.

      Read about Wright Brothers' First Powered FlightPlay the 20th century round

    3. 1911

      Delhi becomes India's capital

      George V announces the move from Calcutta at a durbar.

      Read about RMS Titanic SinkingPlay the 20th century round

    4. 1915

      Frank Sinatra is born

      He is born in Hoboken, New Jersey.

      Read about Storming of the Winter Palace, October RevolutionPlay the 20th century round

    5. 1963

      Kenya becomes independent

      British rule ends and Kenyatta takes office.

      Read about March on Washington for Jobs and FreedomPlay the 20th century round

    6. 2015

      The Paris Agreement is adopted

      196 parties agree to limit global warming.

    7. 2015

      The Paris Agreement

      196 parties adopt the climate accord.

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