Most dates slip by without much attention, turning into just another day on the calendar. But every now and then, a date carries layers of history that most people never hear about, and December 5 is one of them. This date has quietly influenced the world we live in today. Many of these moments did not make it into school textbooks, yet their impact can still be felt if we look closely. That’s why remembering dates like December 5 is not just about facts, it’s about understanding how history is constantly unfolding, often without us noticing. So today, let’s take a closer look and explore what made December 5 truly worth remembering.
Charlemagne Becomes Sole King of the Franks – 771
- After the death of his brother Carloman, Charlemagne assumed full control over the Frankish kingdom.
- This moment laid the foundation for his rise as Holy Roman Emperor and one of the most influential rulers of medieval Europe.
Blackbeard Attacks the Ship Margaret – 1717
- The infamous English pirate Blackbeard captured the merchant ship ‘Margaret’ and held its captain, Henry Bostock, prisoner for eight hours.
- Bostock later provided the first detailed record of Blackbeard’s name and appearance, shaping the legend of the pirate.
End of Prohibition in the United States – 1933
- The Prohibition era came to a close with the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment and the ratification of the Twenty-first Amendment, marking the legal return of alcohol and a shift in American social and political life.
Sikkim Becomes a Protectorate of India – 1950
- Sikkim entered into a historic agreement that made it a protectorate of India. India took charge of its defence, communication, and external affairs, long before Sikkim officially became a state in 1975.
The Great Smog of London Begins – 1952
- A dense and toxic smog enveloped London for several days, causing thousands of deaths.
- The disaster led to massive public awareness about air pollution and resulted in the Clean Air Act of 1956.
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Montgomery Bus Boycott Begins – 1955
- parked by Rosa Parks’ arrest, the Montgomery Bus Boycott marked a turning point in the American Civil Rights Movement.
- Led by Martin Luther King Jr. and other activists, it brought global attention to racial segregation in the United States.
First Subscriber Trunk Dialling (STD) Call in the UK – 1958
- The UK launched its STD long-distance telephone service, making it possible to dial numbers directly without operator assistance.
- The first call was made by Queen Elizabeth II from Bristol to Edinburgh.
Egypt Suspends Ties with Several Arab Nations – 1977
- Egypt cut diplomatic relations with Syria, Libya, Algeria, Iraq, and South Yemen due to their objection to President Anwar Sadat’s peace talks with Israel.
- This marked a major rift in the Arab world.
Salman Rushdie Appears in Public Again – 1990
- After two years in hiding due to death threats issued over his novel ‘The Satanic Verses’, British Indian author Salman Rushdie made his first public appearance following Iran’s call for his assassination.
Terrorist Attack in Sana’a, Yemen – 2013
- A brutal assault on Yemen’s defence ministry killed 52 people and injured 167.
- The attack became one of the deadliest incidents in the country’s recent history.
Saudi Aramco Becomes World’s Most Valuable Company – 2019
- Saudi oil giant Aramco reached a valuation of $1.7 trillion after raising $25.6 billion through its first public offering, making it the most valuable company in the world at the time.
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