What happend on 13th December

This is day of

National Day of the Horse is observed to celebrate the cultural and economic contributions of horses in the United States.

2000

The U.S. Supreme Court officially publishes its decision in Bush v. Gore, confirming the outcome of the 2000 presidential election.

1939

The Battle of the River Plate takes place, marking the first major naval battle of World War II and occurring off the coast of South America.

1928

Inventor Jesse Langsdorf receives a patent for the clip-on tie, introducing a practical alternative to traditional neckties.

1642

Astronomer Galileo Galilei observes the planet Neptune, although he mistakenly identifies it as a fixed star due to its slow motion.

1577

Sir Francis Drake, an English sea captain, embarks on a historic voyage around the world, leaving from Plymouth, England.