September 7th, 2008

Today in History

1999:
A major earthquake close to Athens, Greece, results to the collapse of few buildings in the area. About 150 people are killed.

1970:
Fighting between Arabic guerillas and government forces in Amman, Jordan.

1977:
The Torrijos-Carter Treaties between Panama and the United States on the status of the Panama Canal are signed. The US agrees to transfer control of the canal to Panama at the end of the 20th century.

1822:
Brazil declares its independence from Portugal.

1191:
Richard I of England defeats Saladin at Arsuf.