1420day.year
Henry V of England enters Paris alongside his father-in-law King Charles VI of France.
Henry V of England, accompanied by his father-in-law, King Charles VI of France, entered Paris in a display of alliance and power.
On December 1, 1420, Henry V of England entered Paris in a grand procession.
The event followed the Treaty of Troyes earlier that year, which recognized Henry as heir to the French throne.
He was escorted by his father-in-law, the mentally ill but reigning Charles VI of France.
The dual monarchy arrangement aimed to unite England and France under one crown.
Parisian citizens witnessed the English king parading through the city streets amid banners and fanfare.
This moment marked the high point of English influence during the Hundred Years' War.
Despite this triumph, French resistance persisted, leading ultimately to the revival of French fortunes under Joan of Arc.
1420
Henry V of England
Paris
Charles VI of France
1828day.year
Argentine general Juan Lavalle makes a coup against governor Manuel Dorrego, beginning the Decembrist revolution.
General Juan Lavalle led a coup against Governor Manuel Dorrego, igniting the Decembrist revolution in Argentina.
On December 1, 1828, General Juan Lavalle orchestrated a military coup in Buenos Aires, overthrowing the popular governor Manuel Dorrego.
Lavalle accused Dorrego of surrendering national interests in negotiations with Brazil after the Cisplatine War.
The coup sparked armed conflict between Unitarians and Federalists across Argentina.
Dorrego was captured and executed shortly after, deepening political polarization.
This uprising marked the start of the Decembrist revolution, a series of civil wars over federalism.
Lavalle’s actions destabilized the young nation’s governance and led to years of factional strife.
The Decembrist legacy influenced Argentina’s constitutional debates and regional power struggles.
1828
Juan Lavalle
Manuel Dorrego
Decembrist revolution
1934day.year
Sergei Kirov is assassinated, paving way for the repressive Great Purge, and Vinnytsia massacre by General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, Joseph Stalin.
The assassination of Sergei Kirov in 1934 triggered Stalin's Great Purge and preceded the Vinnytsia massacre, shaping Soviet political terror.
On December 1, 1934, Sergei Kirov, a prominent Soviet leader, was assassinated in Leningrad under mysterious circumstances.
His death provided Joseph Stalin with a pretext to launch the Great Purge, targeting perceived opponents within the Communist Party.
Following Kirov's assassination, thousands were arrested, exiled, or executed during a wave of political repression.
The event also preceded the brutal Vinnytsia massacre, where thousands of Ukrainians were killed by Soviet security forces.
These actions cemented Stalin's absolute control and instilled widespread fear across the USSR.
The assassination remains one of the most significant events leading to one of history's darkest campaigns of state terror.
1934
Sergei Kirov
assassinated
Great Purge
Vinnytsia massacre
General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union
Joseph Stalin
1964day.year
Vietnam War: U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson and his top-ranking advisers meet to discuss plans to bomb North Vietnam.
President Lyndon B. Johnson consults his advisors on plans to intensify bombing in North Vietnam.
On December 1, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson convened his senior military and civilian advisers at the White House to discuss strategic options for escalating U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. The meeting focused on potential air campaigns against North Vietnam, weighing the risks of Soviet or Chinese intervention against the goal of disrupting enemy supply lines. Johnson was under increasing pressure from hawkish members of his administration to demonstrate resolve and prevent further communist expansion in Southeast Asia. No formal decision to initiate heavy bombing was made at this session, but it set the stage for the Tonkin Gulf Resolution's implementation and subsequent Operation Rolling Thunder. The deliberations reflected the broader dilemma faced by U.S. policymakers as they balanced military objectives with concerns over domestic and international repercussions. This gathering was a critical precursor to the sustained aerial bombardment that would define much of America's military strategy in Vietnam.
1964
Vietnam War
Lyndon B. Johnson
North Vietnam
1969day.year
Vietnam War: The first draft lottery in the United States is held since World War II.
The United States holds its first draft lottery since WWII, assigning conscription numbers for the Vietnam War.
On December 1, 1969, the United States government conducted the first draft lottery since World War II to determine the order of induction into military service for the Vietnam War. Birthdates of eligible men born between 1944 and 1950 were randomly selected, assigning each day of the year a draft number. The system was introduced to create a fairer and more transparent process for conscription, replacing the controversial local draft boards. However, the lottery sparked debate as the order significantly affected the lives of young Americans, determining who would serve while others would avoid the draft. Protests and legal challenges ensued, highlighting deep divisions within the nation over the war and its human cost. The lottery remained in effect for several years, shaping the experiences of the so-called Vietnam Generation.
1969
draft lottery
World War II
1971day.year
Cambodian Civil War: Khmer Rouge rebels intensify assaults on Cambodian government positions, forcing their retreat from Kompong Thmar and nearby Ba Ray.
Khmer Rouge rebels intensify attacks on government positions in the Cambodian Civil War, forcing retreats.
On December 1, 1971, Khmer Rouge forces launched coordinated assaults on Cambodian government positions around Kompong Thmar and Ba Ray in northwest Cambodia. These attacks were part of a broader campaign to undermine the Lon Nol government, which had taken power after the 1970 coup against Prince Norodom Sihanouk. Despite facing superior firepower and air support, the Khmer Rouge managed to seize strategic villages, compelling government troops to withdraw. The fighting demonstrated the growing strength and organization of the insurgent movement, foreshadowing its eventual takeover of the country in 1975. Civilians in the contested areas suffered displacement and insecurity as the conflict intensified. This phase of the Cambodian Civil War further destabilized the region and contributed to the humanitarian crisis that engulfed Cambodia.
1971
Cambodian Civil War
Khmer Rouge
Cambodian
1989day.year
Philippine coup attempt: The right-wing military rebel Reform the Armed Forces Movement attempts to oust Philippine President Corazon Aquino in a failed bloody coup d'état.
On December 1, 1989, the Reform the Armed Forces Movement launched a coup attempt against Philippine President Corazon Aquino, which ultimately failed.
Reform the Armed Forces Movement (RAM), a faction of right-wing military officers, launched a coup on December 1, 1989.
Approximately 3,000 rebel troops seized Manila’s central military camps and key installations, clashing with loyalist forces.
The insurgents aimed to overthrow President Corazon Aquino’s administration amid political and economic unrest.
Heavy fighting erupted near Malacañang Palace and Manila International Airport, disrupting daily life in the capital.
Despite initial gains, rebel forces faltered under fierce resistance and lack of wider military support.
US military assistance and diplomatic intervention helped stabilize the situation and prevent further escalation.
After nearly a week of conflict, the coup collapsed, solidifying Aquino’s authority but leaving lasting scars on Philippine democracy.
1989
Philippine coup attempt
Reform the Armed Forces Movement
Philippine President
Corazon Aquino
coup d'état
1997day.year
In the Indian state of Bihar, Ranvir Sena attacks the CPI (ML) Party Unity stronghold Lakshmanpur-Bathe, killing 63 lower caste people.
Ranvir Sena militia massacres 63 lower caste residents in Lakshmanpur-Bathe, Bihar.
On 1 December 1997, the Ranvir Sena, an upper-caste militia, launched a brutal raid on the village of Lakshmanpur-Bathe in Bihar, India.
The attack targeted members of the lower caste community, resulting in the massacre of 63 innocent villagers.
This atrocity marked one of the deadliest episodes of caste-based violence in modern Indian history.
Following the massacre, the Indian government faced widespread criticism for its failure to protect vulnerable communities.
Legal proceedings and a sustained campaign for justice continued for years, highlighting deep-rooted social divisions in the region.
1997
Bihar
Ranvir Sena
CPI (ML) Party Unity