On December 12th:

 1901  Marconi Sends the First Transatlantic Radio Signal

On this groundbreaking day in 1901, Guglielmo Marconi successfully transmitted the first transatlantic radio signal from Cornwall, England, to St. John’s, Newfoundland. This achievement revolutionized global communication.

 1963  Kenya Gains Independence from British Rule

December 12th, 1963, marked a momentous occasion as Kenya officially gained independence from British colonial rule. Jomo Kenyatta became the country’s first Prime Minister, leading Kenya into a new era.

2000  The United States Supreme Court Resolves the Election Dispute

A historic decision unfolded on December 12th, 2000, as the U.S. Supreme Court in Bush v. Gore effectively resolved the disputed presidential election in favor of George W. Bush, determining the outcome of the election.