History: December 2 (#3)

History: December 2 (#3)
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December 2, 2001 Enron files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Commentary

Commentary

On December 2, in the year 2001: Enron files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Enron Corporation was an American energy, commodities and services company based in Houston, Texas. Why December 2, 2001 matters: Enron files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards. Historical context: December 2, 2001 Contemporary history shows how global connectivity, digital tools, and shared knowledge continue to reshape culture, work, and learning. The event on this day: Enron files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enron (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)