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What Happened on December 24, 1900

Historical Events

  • Foreign powers present the Chinese Empress with their list of 'irrevocable conditions' before their nations will withdraw troops from China
  • Herman Heijermans' "Hope of Blessing" premieres in Amsterdam
  • The French Chamber of Deputies and Senate pass a bill calling for an end to agitation or prosecutions against those involved in the Dreyfus affair, which has divided France since 1894

Famous Birthdays

  • Joey Smallwood, Canadian politician (Premier of Newfoundland), born in (d. 1991)

About December 24, 1900

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 123 years, 7 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn