Today in History - 06 December 2025

On This Day — 6 December

Key events, births, and deaths on December 6th throughout history

Historical Events

1865

13th Amendment abolishing slavery is ratified in the U.S.

1921

Anglo-Irish Treaty signed, establishing Irish Free State.

1947

First meeting of the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan.

1992

Babri Masjid demolition in Ayodhya, India.

2017

U.S. recognizes Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

Notable Births

1898

Gunnar Myrdal – Swedish economist & Nobel laureate.

1920

Dave Brubeck – American jazz pianist.

1970

Udit Narayan – Indian playback singer.

In Memoriam

1889

Jefferson Davis – President of Confederate States.

1973

Robert T. Jones – American aviation pioneer.

2006

Bhaurao Patil – Indian educator & social activist.