January 9th, 2009

Today in History

1991:
The Soviets storm Vilnius to stop Lithuanian independence.

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

1962:
1962 - The NFL prohibits grabbing face masks.

1929:
The Seeing Eye is established with the mission to train dogs to assist the blind (Nashville, Tennessee).

1878:
Humbert I becomes King of Italy.

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