September 7th, 2008

Today in History

2004:
The Serbian government backs a decision by Minister of Education and Sport Ljiljana ?oli? to require the teaching of both creationism and evolution in schools.

1963:
The Pro Football Hall of Fame opens in Canton, Ohio with 17 charter members.

1901:
The Boxer Rebellion in China officially ends with the signing of the Peking Protocol.

1860:
Steamship Lady Elgin sinks on Lake Michigan, with the loss of around 400 lives.

1539:
Guru Angad Dev ji becomes the second Guru of the Sikhs