Historical Events
- London becomes the world's first city to host licenced taxicabs
Famous Birthdays
- John Fernström, Swedish violinist, conductor (Nordic Youth Orchestra), and composer (Concertino for Flute, Women's Choir and Chamber Orchestra), born in Yichang, China (d. 1961)
- Oscar Walter Cisek, Romanian writer and diplomat, born in Bucharest (d. 1966)
1897 Highlights
About December 6, 1897
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 5 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius
