This Day in History, December 3

History & Quotes / December 03, 2024

On December 3rd, 1904, the Jovian moon Himalia was discovered.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / December 02, 2024

A thought for the day: That is the difference between good teachers and great teachers: Good teachers make the best of a pupil's means; great teachers foresee a pupil's ends. -- Greek soprano Maria Callas

Other Notable Events for December 2

History & Quotes / December 02, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1804, Napoleon crowned himself emperor of France.

In 1823, during his annual address to the U.S. Congress, President James Monroe proclaimed a new U.S. foreign policy ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for December 2

History & Quotes / December 02, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Artist Georges-Pierre Seurat in 1859
- circus co-founder Charles Ringling in 1863
- musician Maria Callas in 1923
- former U.S. Secretary of State Alexander ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / December 02, 2024

Today is Monday, Dec. 2, the 337th day of 2024 with 29 to follow.

The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.

This Day in History, December 2

History & Quotes / December 02, 2024

On December 2nd, 1848, Franz Joseph I became King of Austria.