■On Dec. 4, 1980, following the death of their drummer, John Bonham, British rock band Led Zeppelin announced that it was disbanding, 12 years after entering the music scene.
■On Dec. 5, 1766, art auction house Christie’s founder, James Christie, made his first sale, consisting of “the household furniture, jewelry, plates, firearms, etc. ... property of a noble character (deceased)” in London. Amon…