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20 December

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Contemporary era

1860

South Carolina secedes

On 20 December 1860, South Carolina became the first state to secede from the Union.

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Contemporary era

1803

Transfer of Louisiana

On 20 December 1803, Louisiana was formally handed over to the United States in New Orleans.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1192

Capture of Richard the Lionheart

On 20 December 1192, King Richard the Lionheart was captured in Austria returning from crusade.

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