On this day: December 17
Published On: Dec 14 2012 03:50:06 PM CST
Updated On: Dec 17 2012 01:00:00 AM CST
France recognizes America as a nation, the Wright brothers take flight, Tiny Tim marries Miss Vicki in front of millions of TV viewers, and Kim Jong-il dies, all on this day.
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