We’re officially reaching the end of the year, and there is just one more day before yet another day of festivities. So, don’t waste this day! Kick back, relax, and learn more about what makes today so special. Here are some of the most fascinating things to know about December 30th.
On this day
1The Duke of York was killed at Wakefield.
On 30 December 1460, during the Wars of the Roses, Richard, Duke of York, was killed at the Battle of Wakefield by the Lancastrian army fighting for Henry VI and Margaret of Anjou. His son later became Edward IV.
2The Soviet Union was founded.
On 30 December 1922, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and the Transcaucasian Federation signed a treaty creating the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. It lasted until December 1991.
3The All India Muslim League was founded
In 1906, on this day, the All India Muslim League was founded in Dacca, East Bengal, British India Empire. It later laid down the foundations of Pakistan.
4Edwin Hubble showed other galaxies exist.
On 30 December 1924, Edwin Hubble’s discovery that some ‘nebulae’ are really separate galaxies far beyond our Milky Way was announced. It showed that the universe is far bigger than anyone had thought.
5Rasputin was murdered.
On 30 December 1916, the mystic Grigori Rasputin, who had great influence over Russia’s royal family, was murdered by nobles in St Petersburg. Legend says he survived poison and shooting before drowning, but the autopsy found he died from a gunshot to the head.
Special Days Falling on December 30th
We know your sights will probably already be set on tomorrow. But, before you let today pass, take the time to consider why it is so important for so many people around the world!
National Resolution Day
We all try to have New Year’s Resolutions, and today is the perfect day to plan them! What would you like to achieve next year? They can be as big and bold or small as you like! As long as you try to achieve them, that’s all that matters.
Rizal Day
Rizal Day is an important national holiday in the Philippines, and it is celebrated on December 30th every year. The day commemorates the life and works of José Rizal. He was a national hero of the Filipino people, and today is the anniversary of his execution in 1896 at Bagumbayan, Manila.
Festival of Enormous Changes at the Last Minute
The Festival of Enormous Changes at the Last Minute takes place every December 30th. Although there are only two days left in the year, there is a world of possibility within these two days, and anything can happen, even big changes! So, take today to brace yourself – or, if you prefer, keep an open mind and embrace any changes that might pop up in your life before the year ends!
This month in history
Russia abolished the last remnants of the KGB. On 21 December 1993, President Boris Yeltsin abolished the Ministry of Security, the KGB’s successor. The KGB itself had been dissolved in 1991, and its role passed to new agencies, now the FSB.
Famous Birthdays on December 30th
- Titus, Emperor of Rome, born 39 AD
- Rudyard Kipling, English author, born 1865
- Jeff Lynne, ELO frontman, born 1947
- Tiger Woods, American golf legend, born 1975
- LeBron James, American basketball legend, born 1984
If you were born on December 30th
…you’re a Capricorn! You’re very organized, funny, and smart, but you can be a bit mean when someone gets on your bad side. That said, people enjoy having you around because you’re trustworthy, practical, and always know how to keep things grounded.
Head over to our Capricorn facts page to learn more – there’s just too much about you to squeeze into this little paragraph! If you’re exploring star signs for the first time, take this opportunity to dig deep into what makes you tick, and prepare for horoscopes for the year ahead.
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