What happened on December 14th?

Nations united for economic progress

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Matthew Jones
December 14, 2024

1960 Twenty Nations Form the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development

On December 14th, 1960, eighteen European countries, joined by the United States and Canada, met in Paris to establish an agreement aimed to promote economic growth, enhance global trade, and strengthen collaboration among industrialized nations during a critical era of post-war reconstruction and economic integration.

This map shows the countries that were members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development as of August 22, 2009.

🗞️Today’s Headlines

Everything important that’s ever happened on December 14:

2012 ─ A mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, killed 26 people, including 20 children, and sparked nationwide debates on gun control and mental health.

1985 ─ Wilma Mankiller took office as principal chief of the Cherokee Nation and became the first woman to lead a major Native American tribe.

1979 ─ The British punk rock band The Clash released their landmark album London Calling, which redefined the genre by blending political commentary with diverse musical influences.

1911 ─ Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen reached the South Pole, marking a historic milestone in polar exploration.

1568 ─ The controversial Casket Letters appeared at Westminster before English commissioners under Queen Elizabeth I, raising questions about Mary, Queen of Scots’ role in Lord Darnley’s murder.

🎂 Today’s Birthdays

On December 14, we’re singing to:

Nostradamus (1503) ─ French astrologer and physician whose cryptic prophecies continue to captivate and intrigue readers centuries later.

Tycho Brahe (1546) ─ Danish astronomer whose precise observations of planetary motion laid the groundwork for modern astronomy.

John Bloomfield Jervis (1795) ─ American engineer renowned for his innovative work in railroad and canal construction during the 19th century.

George VI (1895) ─ King of the United Kingdom who led the nation through World War II and became a symbol of resilience and stability.

 🪦Who Died Today?

On December 14, we’re saying goodbye to:

George Washington (1799) ─ First president of the United States and Revolutionary War leader whose leadership shaped the foundation of the nation.

Albert, Prince Consort (1861) ─ British prince and husband of Queen Victoria, remembered for his patronage of arts and sciences and his role in modernizing Britain.

Peter O’Toole (2013) ─ Acclaimed Irish actor celebrated for his iconic roles in films, such as Lawrence of Arabia, and his enduring contributions to cinema.

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