On this day in 1894, on the basis of specious evidence and anti-Semitism, French army officer Alfred Dreyfus was sentenced to life in prison for treason, sparking a controversy that divided France for 12 years.

December 22 is the 356th day of the year (357th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; nine days remain until the end of the year. AD 69 – Vespasian is proclaimed Emperor of Rome; his …

Historical events for the 22nd of December. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on December 22.

Discover what happened on December 22 with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

Today in history – which major historical events happened on December 22? Who was born on this date, who died? In which year did the birth or death occur?

12月22日是 冬至日， 数九 的第一天。 195年——东涧之战。 [12] 465年——刘宋晋阳王 刘子勋 起兵讨伐宋前废帝 刘子业。 880年——黄巢占领唐朝东都 洛阳。 1808年—— 德国 作曲家 贝多 …

2017年12月24日 · Mon Dec 22nd, 2025 is National Short Person Day, Mathematics Day, Forefathers' Day, National Date Nut Bread Day, National Cookie Exchange Day... and much more!

2011年12月22日 · What happened on this day in history, December 22. See what historical events occurred, which famous people were born and who died on December 22.

December 22 Holidays and Observances, Birthdays, Deaths, Events, This Day in History, Recipe of the Day, Song of the Day, Quote and Word of the Day and more!

Did you know that December 22 is known as Forefathers' Day? Here you'll learn facts about Dec 22, including historical events that happened on this day.