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Fascinating Events That Happened Today in History — December 26 - Brownie - 12-26-2025

Fascinating Events That Happened Today in History — December 26
  1. 1776 – Washington Turns the Tide at Trenton
    After a daring overnight crossing of the icy Delaware River, General George Washington and his troops defeated Hessian forces at the Battle of Trenton, a pivotal moment that revived morale during the American Revolutionary War.
  2. 1606 – King Lear Premieres
    William Shakespeare’s tragedy King Lear is believed to have been performed for the first time on December 26, introducing one of literature’s most powerful stories of power, madness, and family.
  3. 1898 – Discovery of Radium Announced
    Marie and Pierre Curie announced the discovery of the radioactive elements radium and polonium, breakthroughs that would revolutionize science and medicine.
  4. 1919 – Babe Ruth Becomes a Yankee
    The Boston Red Sox finalized the sale of Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees, a move that transformed baseball history and fueled the Yankees’ legendary dynasty.
  5. 1941 – Churchill Addresses U.S. Congress
    British Prime Minister Winston Churchill addressed a joint session of the U.S. Congress, strengthening the alliance between the U.S. and Britain during World War II.
  6. 1966 – First Day of Kwanzaa
    The cultural holiday Kwanzaa was first celebrated, honoring African heritage, unity, and community through seven guiding principles.
  7. 1972 – Death of Harry S. Truman
    Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States—who made pivotal decisions at the end of World War II—passed away at age 88.
  8. 1991 – The Soviet Union Officially Dissolves
    The USSR formally ceased to exist, marking the end of the Cold War era and reshaping global politics.
  9. 2004 – Indian Ocean Tsunami
    One of the deadliest natural disasters in recorded history struck after a massive undersea earthquake, killing over 230,000 people across multiple countries.
  10. 2006 – Passing of Gerald Ford
    Gerald R. Ford, the 38th President of the United States and the only one never elected as president or vice president, died at age 93.