Dates by Year
Historical Events
- German South West Africa abolishes the slavery of young children
- The London Coliseum Theatre of Varieties opens
Famous Birthdays
- Daniel Womack, American Piedmont blues guitarist, singer and harmonica player, born in Danville, Virginia (d. 1996)
- Herbert D. Riley, US Navy vice-admiral (WW II, Guadalcanal, Okinawa), born in Maryland, United States (d. 1973)
- Joseph Moses Juran, Romanian-born American industrial engineer and philanthropist, born in Brăila, Romania (d. 2008)
Famous Deaths
- Julien Dillens, Flemish sculptor (Anspach Monument), dies at 55
Died in 19041904 Highlights
About December 24, 1904
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 121 years, 1 month and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation:Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac:Dragon
Star Sign:Capricorn
