How Many Days Until December 15th

Knowing how many days ahead we have until a specific date can be very important in many situations - find out how many days are left until December 15th.


 

December 15th: Day Overview and Fun Facts

  • Day of the Year: December 15th is the 349th day of the year in common years and the 350th in leap years.
  • Days Remaining: There are 16 days left in the year after December 15th.

Fun Facts About December 15th

  • The Bill of Rights Becomes Law in the U.S.: On December 15, 1791, the Bill of Rights, the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, was ratified, guaranteeing fundamental rights such as freedom of speech, religion, and due process.
  • The First Human to Reach the South Pole Dies: On December 15, 1912, Robert Falcon Scott, the British explorer who reached the South Pole a month after Roald Amundsen, perished along with his expedition team on their return journey.
  • The Dedication of the U.S. Supreme Court Building: On December 15, 1935, the U.S. Supreme Court Building was officially completed and dedicated in Washington, D.C., giving the highest court its permanent home.
  • Gone with the Wind Premieres in Atlanta: On December 15, 1939, the classic film Gone with the Wind premiered in Atlanta, Georgia, becoming one of the most successful films in history.
  • The Death of Sitting Bull: On December 15, 1890, Sitting Bull, the Lakota Sioux leader, was killed by Indian police, escalating tensions before the Wounded Knee Massacre.
  • The First Meeting of the United Nations General Assembly: On December 15, 1946, the U.N. General Assembly met for the first time, marking a new era of international diplomacy.
  • The Gemini 6A Space Rendezvous: On December 15, 1965, NASA’s Gemini 6A mission performed the first rendezvous maneuver in space, a crucial step in spaceflight technology.
  • The Introduction of the Eiffel Tower’s New Lighting System: On December 15, 1985, the Eiffel Tower’s new golden lighting system was inaugurated, becoming one of the most iconic nighttime illuminations in the world.
  • The End of the Third Battle of Ypres (Passchendaele): On December 15, 1917, the Battle of Passchendaele, one of the bloodiest battles of World War I, came to an end.

Notable Birthdays:

  • Nero (37 AD): Roman emperor known for his controversial rule and alleged role in the Great Fire of Rome.
  • Henri Becquerel (1852): French physicist who discovered radioactivity, which led to advancements in nuclear science.
  • Gustave Eiffel (1832): French engineer, designer of the Eiffel Tower.

Fun Observation

December 15th is a day of major historical milestones, from the Bill of Rights and Gone with the Wind's premiere to the death of Sitting Bull and advancements in space exploration. It also highlights scientific breakthroughs, including Henri Becquerel’s discovery of radioactivity and the introduction of modern lighting on the Eiffel Tower.


Number of Days Until Calendar

To quickly find the number of days until a certain date, feel free to use the following calendar:

January

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August

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September

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October

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November

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December

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