The December Birthstones are the Turquoise, Zircon and Tanzanite. Turquoise is regarded as a love charm. It is also a symbol of good fortune and success, and it is believed to relax the mind and to protect its wearer from harm. Turquoise rings, in particular, are thought to keep away evil spirits. Turquoise is called the traditional birthstone of December. Blue topaz is considered the secondary birthstone for December.
December Zodiac Signs
Month of December Zodiac Signs are Sagittarius(until December 21) and Capricorn(December 22 onwards).
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Theoretical thinkin is like honey to those people. Born as Sagittarius you will have a tendency to philosophize. Honesty and a strong sense of justice are some of the positive qualities of Sagittarius. Focus and energy are things they give to work and family life. Sagittarius are compatible with: Aquarius, Libra, Aries and Leo.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 20) When you were born as a Capricorn then you are considered to be quite intelligent. Capricorns are known to be very patient and will go to great lengths as to achieve perspnal goals. This is why Capricorns are usually well suited to handling business problems. Capricorns are compatible with: Scorpio, Pisces, Virgo, Aries, Cancer and Taurus.
December Birth Flowers
Month of December flower is the Narcissus. These flowers symbolize sweetness. The embodiment of the idea that you want your beloved one to stay just the way they are. The other December birth flower is Holly, which symbolizes your wish for domestic happiness.
Good Cheer and Success. The December Birth Flower Narcissus senda a clear message of: You Are The Special One to the reciever.
Historical Events for December, 1971
1st » Cambodian Civil War: Khmer Rouge rebels intensify assaults on Cambodian government positions, forcing their retreat from Kompong Thmar and nearby Ba Ray.
2nd » Abu Dhabi (emirate) named Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Fujairah, Sharjah (emirate) known as Sharjah, Dubai, and Umm Al Quwain form the United Arab Emirates.
3rd » Indo-Pakistani War of 1971: Pakistan launches Operation Chengiz Khan called a pre-emptive strike against India and a full scale war begins claiming hundreds of lives.
4th » The United Nations Security Council calls an emergency session to consider the deteriorating situation between India and Pakistan.
4th » The Indian Navy attacks the Pakistan Navy and Karachi.
4th » The Montreux Casino in Switzerland is set ablaze by someone wielding a flare gun during a Frank Zappa concert; the incident would be noted in the Deep Purple song "Smoke on the Water".
7th » Pakistan President Yahya Khan announces the formation of a coalition government with Nurul Amin as Prime Minister and Zulfikar Ali Bhutto as Deputy Prime Minister.
9th » The United Arab Emirates join the United Nations.
9th » Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 e.g Indo-Pakistani War: The Indian Air Force executes Meghna Heli Bridge e.g an airdrop of Indian Army units, bypassing Pakistani defences.
18th » Capitol Reef National Park is established in Utah.
20th » Zulfikar Ali Bhutto takes over as the fourth President of Pakistan.
Famous Birthdays on December in 1971
1st » Trinity (wrestler) named Trinity, American wrestler and stuntwoman
1st » Emily Mortimer, English actress and screenwriter
1st » Melanie Peres, German-Israeli model, actress, and singer
1st » Mika Pohjola, Finnish-American pianist and composer
1st » John Schlimm, American author and educator
1st » Dolgorsürengiin Serjbüdee, Mongolian wrestler and mixed martial artist
1st » Peter Van de Veire, Belgian radio host
1st » Christian Pescatori, Italian racing driver
2nd » Wilson Jermaine Heredia, American actor and singer
2nd » Jüri Reinvere, Estonian-German composer and poet
5th » Kavus Torabi, Iranian-English guitarist (Knifeworld (British rock band) named Knifeworld, Cardiacs, The Monsoon Bassoon, Guapo (band) called Guapo, and Chrome Hoof)
5th » Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, German politician, Federal Ministry of Defence (Germany) called Federal Minister of Defence
6th » Craig Brewer, American director, producer, and screenwriter
6th » Richard Krajicek, Dutch tennis player
6th » Naozumi Takahashi, Japanese singer and voice actor
6th » Carole Thate, Dutch field hockey player
6th » Ryan White, American HIV/AIDS in the United States called AIDS victim (d. 1990)
7th » Vladimir Akopian, Azerbaijani-Armenian chess player
7th » Chasey Lain, American porn actress
9th » Geoff Barrow, English drummer, DJ, composer, and producer (Portishead (band) Portishead, Beak (band) Beak, and Quakers (band) Quakers)
9th » Petr Nedvěd, Czech-Canadian ice hockey player
10th » Bill Baroni, American lawyer and politician
10th » Brian Nichols, American spree killer
11th » Willie McGinest, American football player and sportscaster