December 18

    What happened on December 18 in history

    7 events fall on December 18, from 1271 to 1966. 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 18

    1. 1271

      Kublai Khan names his dynasty

      The Mongol ruler proclaims the Yuan.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1865

      Slavery is abolished in the US

      The Thirteenth Amendment is ratified.

      Read about Opening of the Metropolitan Railway, World's First UndergroundPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1865

      Slavery is abolished

      The thirteenth amendment is declared ratified.

      Read about Opening of the Metropolitan Railway, World's First UndergroundPlay the 19th century round

    4. 1892

      The Nutcracker premieres

      Tchaikovsky's ballet is first performed in Saint Petersburg.

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

    5. 1958

      The first communications satellite

      SCORE broadcasts a recorded Christmas message from orbit.

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

    6. 1958

      The first voice from space

      A satellite broadcasts Eisenhower's recorded Christmas message.

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

    7. 1966

      Epimetheus is discovered

      A new moon of Saturn is spotted from Earth.

      Read about Gateway Arch Under Construction, St. LouisPlay the 20th century round

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