06 December - South Africa grants independence to Bophuthatswana in 1972

 

Bophuthatswana was one of several so-called "homelands" established by the apartheid government of South Africa. It was granted self-governance in 1972 but was not recognized internationally as an independent state.

Bophuthatswana remained part of the apartheid system until the end of apartheid in the early 1990s. With the end of apartheid and the transition to majority rule, Bophuthatswana was reintegrated into South Africa. The dissolution of Bophuthatswana took place in 1994 when the new democratic government of South Africa abolished the system of Bantustans. South Africa held its first fully inclusive democratic elections in 1994, marking the end of apartheid and the beginning of a new era in the country's history.

 

06 December - The Irish Free State became an independent member of the British Commonwealth

 

The Irish Free State (now known as Ireland) formally became an independent member of the British Commonwealth on December 6, 1922. The Anglo-Irish Treaty, which was signed on December 6, 1921, paved the way for the establishment of the Irish Free State as a self-governing dominion within the British Commonwealth. The treaty came into effect on December 6, 1922, marking the official establishment of the Irish Free State as a sovereign nation. The relationship between Ireland and the British Commonwealth evolved over time, and Ireland ultimately left the Commonwealth and became a republic in 1949.

06 December - Christopher Columbus first arrived at the island of Hispaniola

 

Christopher Columbus first arrived at the island of Hispaniola on  06 December 1492, during his first voyage to the Americas. The exact date may vary slightly in different historical accounts due to differences between the Julian calendar, which was in use at the time, and the Gregorian calendar, which is now the standard calendar.

Hispaniola is an island in the Caribbean that is divided into two countries: the Dominican Republic to the east and Haiti to the west. Columbus's landing on Hispaniola marked a significant moment in the Age of Exploration, as it was one of the first encounters between the Old World and the New World during Columbus's voyages sponsored by Spain.

06 December - The Home Guard Raising Day

 

The Home Guard Raising Day in India is celebrated on 06 December . The Home Guard is an auxiliary force that assists the police and other law enforcement agencies in maintaining internal security and dealing with emergencies. The Home Guard Raising Day is an occasion to honor and recognize the contributions of Home Guards to the security and welfare of the nation.

Home Guard units are comprised of volunteers who undergo training to assist the regular forces during natural disasters, civil disturbances, and other emergencies. The day is marked with various events, parades, and ceremonies to acknowledge the dedication and service of the Home Guards.

 

06 December - Finland independence day

 

Finland Independence Day is celebrated on December 6th each year. On this day in 1917, Finland declared its independence from Russia, which had been a part of the Grand Duchy of Finland within the Russian Empire. The declaration of independence was a significant moment in Finnish history, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Finland. December 6th is a national holiday in Finland, and it is celebrated with various events, ceremonies, and traditions throughout the country.