On December 11th, the world witnessed a range of declarations, from acts of war to the unveiling of massive financial scandals. In 1941, both Germany and Italy declared war on the United States, solidifying the global conflict of World War II. This date in history also saw the signing of the Kyoto Protocol in 1997, a significant international agreement aimed at combating climate change. However, December 11th is also marked by darker events, including the exposure of Bernie Madoff's $50 billion Ponzi scheme in 2008, a shocking revelation of financial deceit. Join us as we explore these and other pivotal declarations that shaped the course of history on December 11th.