Historical Events
• 1815 – The Battle of New Orleans occurs; Andrew Jackson leads U.S. forces to victory over the British in the War of 1812. (britannica.com)
• 1935 – Elvis Presley, American singer and cultural icon, is born in Tupelo, Mississippi. (britannica.com)
• 1942 – The United States and United Kingdom establish the Combined Chiefs of Staff during World War II. (en.wikipedia.org)
• 1964 – The Beatles release their first album, Please Please Me, in the UK. (britannica.com)
• 1980 – John Lennon, former Beatle, is shot and killed outside his New York City apartment. (britannica.com)
Notable Birthdays
• David Bowie (1947) – English singer, songwriter, and actor, known for his innovative music and alter egos. (britannica.com)
• Dave Weckl (1960) – American jazz fusion drummer. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Kim Jong-un (1983) – Supreme Leader of North Korea. (britannica.com)
• Elvis Presley (1935) – American singer and cultural icon. (britannica.com)
Observances / Facts
• Orthodox Christmas Day – Many Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas today, according to the Julian calendar. (orthodoxchurches.org)
• Bubble Bath Day – Encourages relaxation and self-care with a soothing bubble bath. (timeanddate.com)