Fact 1: Bill of Rights Day
December 15 marks the anniversary of the ratification of the United States Bill of Rights. It was on this day in 1791 that the first ten amendments to the US Constitution were ratified, establishing fundamental rights and liberties such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press.
Fact 2: Under the Keyboard Day
Also celebrated on this day is the Under The Keyboard Day, also known as the Clean Your Keyboard Day, a modern holiday dedicated to maintaining hygiene in increasingly technology-reliant societies.
Fact 3: A Nobel-prize Winning Day
The 1993 Peace Prize of the prestigious Nobel Prize was awarded to Nelson Mandela and Frederik Willem de Klerk on December 15. They were jointly acknowledged for their efforts to end apartheid and establish democratic election in South Africa.
Fact 4: The Eiffel Tower Strokes Again!
Did you know that the Eiffel Tower lights up for 5 minutes every hour on December 15? But that’s not it. The sparkly show that Parisians and visitors alike admire actually happens every day of the year, not just December 15. This just happens to be a special day to appreciate it.
Fact 5: The Release of "Gone with the Wind"
One of the most successful and popular films in history, "Gone with the Wind", was released on December 15, 1939. The film was a blockbuster hit and received eight Oscars.
Fact 6: National Tea Day in the UK
For all the tea lovers out there, December 15 is celebrated as National Tea Day in the UK. This day was established by the Tea Council of the USA in 2005 to encourage the consumption of tea - all in one day!
Fact 7: Zamenhof Day
December 15 is also noted as Zamenhof Day, a day to honor the birth of L. L. Zamenhof, the creator of Esperanto, an international constructed language. Esperantists worldwide celebrate this day by holding events and gatherings.
Fact 8: International Day of the Ninja
Believe it or not, December 5 is also the International Day of the Ninja. It's a day to act like a ninja for a day and to appreciate the history and culture of these stealthy warriors.
Fact 9: Walt Disney's 54th Released Film
On this day in 2017, Walt Disney Studios released the movie "Ferdinand", the 54th film in the Walt Disney Animated Classics series.
Fact 10: Thailand's Constitution Day
The kingdom of Thailand commemorates its Constitution Day on December 15. Prime Minister Plaek Pibulsonggram declared this public holiday in 1932 to mark the country’s transition into a constitutional monarchy.
Fact 11: Historical Scientific Discovery
On December 15, 1965, scientists at Bell Labs announced the development of a new device — a "submillimeter laser," or maser, amplifying and emitting microwaves instead of visible light. This was a giant leap in the field of scientific research.
Fact 12: Second Amendment Day
In the United States, December 15 is also recognized as National 2nd Amendment Day, a day to remember the right to keep and bear arms in the US Constitution.
Fact 13: A Musical Birthday
Famous composer and conductor, Gustav Mahler conducted his Symphony No.3 for the first time in Krefeld, Germany on December 15, 1902.
Fact 14: A Day for Cats
December 15 is also known as Cat Herder's Day, a day to appreciate the chaos and persistent complications associated with managing or trying to organize something as impossible as herding cats.
Fact 15: The Last Day of Saturnalia
In ancient Rome, December 15 marked the last day of Saturnalia – a week-long holiday honoring the god Saturn with feasts and gift-giving.
Fact 16: Reflect on The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
December 15 gives us another reason to reflect on the importance of human rights as it comes just a week after the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Day, which is celebrated on December 10th.
Fact 17: National Cupcake Day
For those with a sweet tooth, you should know that December 15 is National Cupcake Day! This day was created to celebrate the ever-popular single-serve dessert that has been a hit at parties and events.
Fact 18: A Day for Lemon Cupcakes
Moreover, December 15 is also designated as National Lemon Cupcake Day in the United States. So double the celebration for cupcake lovers who also relish the tanginess of lemon on this day.
Fact 19: Day of Reconciliation in South Africa
In South Africa, December 15 is celebrated as Day of Reconciliation. This public holiday is intended to foster reconciliation and national unity in the country that has been through so much segregation.
Fact 20: A Grammy-winning Day
Rapper Eminem’s controversial song "Loose Yourself" won him an Academy Award for Best Original Song, making it the first hip-hop song to receive this distinction, on December 15, 2002 in the 75th Academy Awards.