In 1849, Harriet Tubman escapes from slavery in Maryland for the second and final time.

In 1862, US President Abraham Lincoln orders hanging of 39 Santee Sioux Indians.

In 1923, 1st US Presidential address broadcast on radio by President Calvin Coolidge.

In 1942, Queen Wishelmina announces Dutch Commonwealth.

In 1957, First US attempt to launch a satellite fails when the Vanguard rocket explodes.

In 1963, The Beatles begin a tradition of releasing a Christmas record for fan club members.

In 1969, 300,000 attend a free concert featuring The Rolling Stones in Altamont, California; the event is marred by violence and four deaths.

In 1995, Michael Jackson collapses while rehearsing for an HBO special.

In 2000, Great Court of the British Museum redesigned with the largest covered courtyard in Europe by Foster & Partners opened by Queen Elizebeth II.

In 2017, Brazilian drug lord Rogério da Silva arrested in Rio.