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December 17th

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  • 1989

    'The Simpsons' premieres on Fox TV with 'Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire'.

  • 2012

    Jiroemon Kimura of Japan becomes the world's oldest verified man at 116.

  • 2017

    'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' earns over $450m worldwide in its opening weekend.

  • 1903

    First flight of the Wright Flyer, marking the birth of powered flight. View Post →

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  • 1790

    Discovery of the Aztec calendar stone in Mexico City.

  • 1770

    Birth of Ludwig van Beethoven, celebrated German pianist and composer.

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