December 4

    What happened on December 4 in history

    7 events fall on December 4, from 1791 to 1991. 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 4

    1. 1791

      The Observer is first published

      The world's oldest surviving Sunday newspaper appears in London.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1791

      The Observer is founded

      The world's oldest Sunday newspaper is first published in London.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    3. 1829

      Suttee is banned in Bengal

      The British administration outlaws widow burning.

      Read about Opening of the Liverpool and Manchester RailwayPlay the 19th century round

    4. 1872

      The Mary Celeste is found

      The ship is discovered adrift and seaworthy with no one aboard.

      Read about Golden Spike Ceremony, Promontory SummitPlay the 19th century round

    5. 1945

      The Senate backs the UN

      The United States votes to join the new organisation.

      Read about V-J Day Celebration in Times SquarePlay the 20th century round

    6. 1991

      Terry Anderson is released

      The last American hostage in Lebanon is freed after nearly seven years.

      Play the 20th century round

    7. 1991

      Terry Anderson is freed

      The last American hostage in Lebanon is released after six years.

      Play the 20th century round

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