Historical Events
Event of Interest
Opening of St Peter's Holy Door by Pope John Paul II in approach of 3rd millennium
John Paul II
Famous Deaths
- Bill Bowerman, American track and field coach
- João Baptista de Oliveira Figueiredo, President of Brazil (b. 1918)
- Maurice Couve de Murville, French politician, Prime minister of France (b. 1907)
- Zeke Carey, American R&B singer (Go, Johnny, Go!, Rock Rock Rock!) dies at 66
1999 Highlights
About December 24, 1999
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 7 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Holidays: Christmas Day (Canada, United States)
Generation Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
