This Day in History, December 4

History & Quotes / December 04, 2024

On December 4th, 1110, the Crusaders conquered Sidon in the First Crusade.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / December 03, 2024

A thought for the day: Stop holding your truth; speak your truth. Be yourself. It's the healthiest way to be. -- American comedian/actor Tiffany Haddish

Other Notable Events for December 3

History & Quotes / December 03, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1818, Illinois was admitted as the 21st state in the United States.

In 1833, Oberlin College in Ohio, the first truly coeducational college in the United States, opened ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for December 3

History & Quotes / December 03, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Civil War-era Gen. George B. McClellan in 1826
- U.S. Weather Bureau meteorologist Cleveland Abbe in 1838
- English novelist Joseph Conrad in 1857
- singer ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / December 03, 2024

Today is Tuesday, Dec. 3, the 338th day of 2023 with 27 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 3

History & Quotes / December 03, 2024

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