December 15

    What happened on December 15 in history

    5 events fall on December 15, from 1791 to 1970. 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 15

    1. 1791

      The Bill of Rights is ratified

      Ten amendments to the US Constitution take effect.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1890

      Sitting Bull is killed

      Indian police shoot the Lakota leader during an arrest at Standing Rock.

      Read about Eiffel Tower Construction for World's FairPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1939

      Gone with the Wind premieres

      The film opens in Atlanta.

      Play the 20th century round

    4. 1961

      Eichmann is sentenced

      A Jerusalem court sentences him to death.

      Read about Construction of the Berlin WallPlay the 20th century round

    5. 1970

      Venera 7 lands on Venus

      The first soft landing on another planet transmits for twenty-three minutes.

      Read about Woodstock Music FestivalPlay the 20th century round

    Guess where and when

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