1776⚡ Event
Washington crosses the Delaware
General George Washington leads the Continental Army across the Delaware River for a surprise attack on Hessian forces at Trenton.
warpoliticsmilitary
This Week in History: Week 52
December 23 – December 29
Over 5 historical moments took place during these 7 days of the calendar year. Explore our curated digest of the most world-changing events, iconic births, and notable deaths.
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Major Events (December 23 – December 29)(2)
1991⚡ Event
Dissolution of the Soviet Union
Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev resigns, and the Soviet Union is formally dissolved, ending the Cold War.
politics
Famous Birthdays This Week(2)
1642🎂 Birth
Isaac Newton born
English mathematician and physicist Isaac Newton is born in Woolsthorpe. His work lays the foundations of classical mechanics.
science
1899🎂 Birth
Humphrey Bogart born
American actor Humphrey Bogart is born in New York City. He becomes one of Hollywood's greatest leading men.
entertainment
Notable Deaths This Week(1)
1983🕊️ Death
Joan Miró dies
Spanish painter and sculptor Joan Miró dies in Palma, Majorca at age 90.
arts
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