1865CE
Politics
13th Amendment Ratified
The state of Georgia ratifies the 13th Amendment, providing the final vote needed to formally abolish slavery in the United States.
Daily Chronicle
December 6
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1920CE
Birth
Dave Brubeck Born
American jazz pianist and composer renowned for his innovative rhythms and classics like 'Take Five.' His album Time Out became one of the best-selling jazz albums of all time.
1921CE
Politics
Anglo-Irish Treaty Signed
British and Irish representatives sign the Anglo-Irish Treaty, establishing the Irish Free State and ending the Irish War of Independence.