What happend on 10th December

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Human Rights Day is observed to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations.

1948

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in Paris, setting a global standard for human rights.

1936

King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom abdicates the throne in a historic decision to marry Wallis Simpson, an American woman who was a divorcée.

1901

The inaugural Nobel Prizes are awarded in recognition of outstanding achievements in Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, and Peace.

1830

Renowned American poet Emily Dickinson is born in Amherst, Massachusetts, and goes on to make significant contributions to literature.