Historical Events
1865 – Slavery formally abolished in the U.S.
Source: History.com
1956 – Japan joins the United Nations.
Source: UN
1892 – Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker premieres in St. Petersburg.
Source: Britannica
Notable Birthdays
Steven Spielberg (b. 1946) – Director, producer.
Source: Britannica
Sia (b. 1975) – Australian singer-songwriter.
Source: TimeAndDate
Christina Aguilera (b. 1980) – Singer.
Source: Britannica
Observances & Facts
International Migrants Day.
Source: UN