On this day: December 17

Published On: Dec 14 2012 04:50:06 PM EST   Updated On: Dec 17 2012 02:00:00 AM EST
Wright brothers' first powered flight, 1903

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.