January 9th, 2009

Today in History

1977:
Super Bowl XI: Oakland Raiders defeat Minnesota Vikings, 32-14.

1960:
Construction of the Aswan Dam begins in Egypt.

1956:
First "Dear Abby" column appears in newspapers.

1880:
The Great Gale of 1880 devastates parts of Oregon and Washington with high wind and heavy snow.

1863:
American Civil War: Battle of Fort Hindman