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, 1940
12th » World War II: Approximately Fitzalan Square The Marples tragedy called 70 people are killed in the Marples Hotel, Fitzalan Square, Sheffield, as a result of a Sheffield Blitz named German air raid.
22nd » World War II: Himarë is captured by the Greece called Greek army.
23rd » World War II: Greek submarine Papanikolis (Y-2) sinks the Italian motor ship 'Antonietta'.
29th » World War II: In the Second Great Fire of London, the Luftwaffe fire-bombs London called London, England, UK, killing almost 200 civilians.
Famous Birthdays on December in 1940
1st » Mike Denness, Scottish-English cricketer and referee (d. 2013)
1st » Richard Pryor, American comedian, actor, producer, and screenwriter (d. 2005)
1st » Tasso Wild, German footballer
3rd » Jeffrey R. Holland, American academic and religious leader
4th » Gerd Achterberg, German footballer and manager
4th » Gary Gilmore, American murderer (d. 1977)
5th » Boris Ignatyev, Russian footballer and manager
5th » Peter Pohl, Swedish author, director, and screenwriter
5th » Adrian Street, Welsh-American wrestler and actor
5th » Frank Wilson (musician) called Frank Wilson, American singer-songwriter and producer (d. 2012)