1978 - Spain becomes a democracy after 40 years of dictatorship.
1968 - Apollo 8 returns to Earth
1945 - The World Bank was created with the signing of an agreement by 28 nations.
1927 - Stalin's faction wins All-Union Congress in USSR, Trotsky expelled
0537 - Hagia Sophia basilica is completed
This Day In Business
1932 - Radio City Music Hall opens in New York City.
1965 - Before "The Monkees," teen actor Davy Jones appears on ABC television's "Ben Casey."
1831 - Charles Darwin sets out on HMS Beagle expedition leading to Theory of Evolution.
1994 - The NFL announces a record year for attendance - with over 14 million paying fans.
December 27th Holiday
The Third Day of Christmas (Christianity) - A continuation of the celebration of Christmas, which lasts 12 days.
Today's Birthday Trivia
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