Historical Events tagged with "december"
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Luftwaffe Bombs London in Second Great Fire
During World War II, the Luftwaffe targeted London with incendiary bombs, resulting in extensive damage and nearly 200 civilian casualties. The raid was part of the relentless Blitz campaign during which German forces aimed to weaken British resolve and destroy critical infrastructure. Londoners, already suffering from previous air raids, faced another wave of destruction on this date.
Continue ReadingPhilippines Omits Date to Align with Asia
In a significant transition, the Philippines skipped December 31, 1844, to seamlessly transition from December 30 to January 1, 1845. This decision was made to better align the country with the temporal practices of neighboring Asian countries amid shifting trade interests towards China and the Dutch East Indies. The alteration reflects the Philippines' changing geopolitical dynamics after Mexico's independence from Spain in 1821, making this calendar adjustment not just a matter of time but also of economic strategy.
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