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Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 12.04.2024

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Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week. 

 

THIS WEEK IN HISTORY

u1993: On Dec. 8, the North American Free Trade Agreement is signed into law.

u1975: Diane Feinstein becomes San Francisco's first woman mayor on Dec. 4.

u1941: On Dec. 7, Japanese warplanes attack U.S. Navy vessels at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii.

u1933: The U.S. ratifies the 21st Constitutional Amendment Dec. 5, ending Prohibition.

u1884: Army engineers complete the Washington Monument on Dec. 6.

u1876: D.C. Stillson patents his pipe wrench, the Stillson wrench, on Dec. 5.

u1865: The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution outlawing slavery is ratified Dec. 6.

u1787: Delaware ratifies the U.S. Constitution Dec. 7, thereby becoming the first state.

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Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I had wondered how long ago it was that NAFTA was brought into being.  I see now that it was 1993.  Somehow, I have wondered if we had leaned into it more, how much of the invasion of our border would have occurred since.  

Dec 05, 2024 05:28 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Dorie- this was a memorable week!  You don't hear about the Pearl Harbor Attack anymore. 

Dec 05, 2024 06:44 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Dorie, great list of events happening this week over the years, thanks for sharing.

Dec 05, 2024 06:59 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Well, I always enjoy your throwback Thursday historical trivia.... what a shame about 1975 that is all I will say, Endre

Dec 05, 2024 10:04 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

These are always core reminders of the importance of keeping track of history and continuing to make history every day

Dec 05, 2024 10:07 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Dorie,
This is an important week in history. I was only alive for 2 of this week's historical events. I do wonder if I will be alive for the 100th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Dec 06, 2024 04:03 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

So 91 years ago on this date, 12/6, people were opening bottles of liquor!

Dec 06, 2024 04:36 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Dorie. Remember many of the dates for whatever reason. I agree with Endre Barath, Jr. on the 1975 fact and feel bad that more do not remember the 1941 Pearl Harbor fact. My drinking buddy from afar. Brian England, celebrates the December 5, 1933 daily! Enjoy your day. 

Dec 06, 2024 05:22 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks, Dorie, for sharing this interesting list of historical facts.

Dolores' father was on his ship at Pearl Harbor. 

Dec 06, 2024 07:34 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Dorie... as I lived in San Francisco from 1974-1976, I well remember when Diane Feinstein became mayor.

Dec 06, 2024 07:46 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Dorie and I still find it hard to believe of some of the places built in the 1800 and how high they were and still standing.

 

Dec 06, 2024 08:08 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Dorie it is amazing how quickly time goes by.  The first two seem like they were yesterday.

Dec 06, 2024 09:56 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thank you for sharing these captivating historical facts, Dorie Dillard Austin TX! It's incredible to reflect on how these pivotal moments have shaped our world today, and your insights make history more engaging and accessible.

Dec 06, 2024 01:12 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Dorie:

I always enjoy reading these historical facts each week. Such diversity in facts!

Jeff

Dec 07, 2024 04:01 PM