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December 27th, 2009

Today in History

1996:
Taliban forces retake the strategic Bagram air base which solidifies their buffer zone around Kabul.

1985:
American naturalist Dian Fossey is found murdered in Rwanda.

1968:
The long-running radio program The Breakfast Club signs off for the last time (ABC radio).

1947:
Howdy Doody, a children's television program, makes its debut (NBC).

1836:
The worst ever avalanche in England occurs at Lewes, Sussex, killing 8 people.

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