1. Lecompte, Louisiana was founded on December 4, 1889. The town was named after one of its founders, Rosalee Lecompte.

2. On December 4, 1965, the New Orleans Saints played their first game in franchise history against the Los Angeles Rams. Unfortunately, the Saints lost 27-13.

3. Louisiana became a state on April 30, 1812, but it wasn't until December 4 of that same year that Governor William C.C. Claiborne signed a bill creating the Louisiana State Bank.

4. December 4, 2006 marked the first time a crude oil export shipment left Louisiana to go to China. The shipment from the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port was a significant moment in the state's energy history.

5. In 1990, Louisiana State University's football team defeated the University of Arkansas on December 4 to secure their first SEC championship since 1986. LSU went on to win the Sugar Bowl that year and finish the season ranked #5 in the nation.