How Many Days Until December 24th
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 24th.
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December 24th: Day Overview and Fun Facts
- Day of the Year: December 24th is the 358th day of the year in common years and the 359th in leap years.
- Days Remaining: There are 7 days left in the year after December 24th.
Fun Facts About December 24th
- Christmas Eve is Celebrated Worldwide: December 24th is widely observed as Christmas Eve, the night before Christmas Day, marked by traditions such as Midnight Mass, festive dinners, and gift exchanges in many cultures.
- The Treaty of Ghent Officially Ends the War of 1812: On December 24, 1814, the Treaty of Ghent was signed between the United States and Great Britain, officially ending the War of 1812—though news traveled slowly, leading to the Battle of New Orleans being fought afterward.
- Apollo 8 Orbits the Moon for the First Time: On December 24, 1968, Apollo 8 astronauts became the first humans to orbit the Moon. That evening, the crew broadcast the famous “Earthrise” photo and read from the Book of Genesis, inspiring millions.
- Silent Night is First Performed: On December 24, 1818, the beloved Christmas carol "Silent Night" (Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht) was performed for the first time in Oberndorf, Austria, composed by Franz Xaver Gruber with lyrics by Joseph Mohr.
- The Christmas Truce of World War I: On December 24, 1914, during World War I, British and German soldiers engaged in an unofficial Christmas Truce, ceasing fire, exchanging gifts, and even playing football in No Man’s Land.
- The First Christmas Tree in the White House: On December 24, 1923, President Calvin Coolidge lit the first National Christmas Tree outside the White House, starting a tradition that continues today.
- The Start of NORAD's "Santa Tracker": On December 24, 1955, a mistaken newspaper ad led NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) to track Santa Claus, starting the Santa Tracker tradition that continues annually.
- The Fall of Kabul to the Soviet Union: On December 24, 1979, the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan, marking the start of the Soviet-Afghan War, which lasted nearly a decade.
- The Premiere of Disney’s The Aristocats: On December 24, 1970, Disney’s animated film The Aristocats was released, becoming a beloved classic.
Notable Birthdays:
- James Prescott Joule (1818): British physicist, known for his work on energy and thermodynamics.
- Howard Hughes (1905): American businessman, film producer, and aviator.
- Ricky Martin (1971): Puerto Rican singer, known for Livin' la Vida Loca.
Fun Observation
December 24th is a day filled with history, tradition, and cultural significance. From the Apollo 8 Moon orbit and the Christmas Truce of 1914 to the first performance of Silent Night and the start of NORAD’s Santa Tracker, this date reflects moments of peace, celebration, and human achievement.
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