December 3 is the 337th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 28 days remain until the end of the year.
We have some interesting facts & historic events all about December 3rd, including areas in religion, crime, health and more.
Keep reading for more interesting facts about December 3rd in history!
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Global Celebrations
- Make A Gift Day
- Disability Day
- National Roof Over Your Head Day
Historic Events
What Happened On This Day – December 3
1984: Bhopal Gas Disaster
A gas leak from a Union Carbide India Limited pesticide plant in the city of Bhopal, India killed over 2000 people and affected thousands of others. It is said to be the world’s worst industrial disaster.
1970: Ayatollah Khomeini takes office
The Iranian religious leader was a leader of the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
1927: First Laurel & Hardy movie released
Putting Pants on Philip, a short silent film starring the comedy duo marked the beginning of a long partnership.
1910: First public demonstration of neon lights
Seen in most urban settings and cities today, the neon light was invented by French inventor and engineer, Georges Claude. They were first displayed at the Paris Motor Show.
1818: Illinois joins the Union
The midwestern state became the 21st state to be part of the United State. 3 U.S. presidents call it their home state.
Famous Birthdays
Births On This Day, December 3
1985: Amanda Seyfried, American actress, singer
1981: David Villa, Spanish footballer
1895: Anna Freud, Austrian/English psychoanalyst
1857: Joseph Conrad, Polish/English author
1826: George B. McClellan, American general, politician, 24th Governor of New Jersey
Heartbreaking Deaths
Deaths On This Day, December 3
1939: Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll
1928: Ezra Meeker, American businessman
1910: Mary Baker Eddy, American writer, founder of Christian Science
1894: Robert Louis Stevenson, Scottish author, poet
311: Diocletian, Roman Emperor
