November 03

Tuesday 03, 1992:

U.S. presidential election: Democratic challenger Bill Clinton defeats incumbent Republican George H.W. Bush and independent candidate Ross Perot.

Thursday 03, 1988:

Sri Lankan Tamil mercenaries try to overthrow the Maldivian government. At President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom's request, the Indian military suppresses the coup attempt within 24 hours.

Saturday 03, 1979:

In Greensboro, North Carolina, United States, five members of the Communist Workers Party are shot dead and seven are wounded by a group of Klansmen and neo-Nazis during a "Death to the Klan" rally.

Friday 03, 1978:

1978 The sitcom Diff'rent Strokes premieres on NBC.

Monday 03, 1913:

The USA introduces an income tax.