On this day: December 17
POSTED: 01:50 PM PST Dec 14, 2012
UPDATED: 11:00 PM PST Dec 16, 2012
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.
Pro Football Hall of Fame
2008: Former professional football player Sammy Baugh, who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the 17-member charter class of 1963, dies of numerous health issues, including Alzheimer's Disease, at the age of 94 in Rotan, Texas. Baugh, who set 13 NFL records playing quarterback, defensive back and punter for the Washington Redskins from 1937 to 1952, is credited for making the forward pass an integral part of the offensive play in the NFL.
