December 4th, 2008

Today in History

1110:
First Crusade: The Crusaders conquer Sidon.

1563:
The final session of the Council of Trent is held (it opened on December 13, 1545).

1783:
At Fraunces Tavern in New York City, US General George Washington formally bids his officers farewell.

771:
Austrasian King Carloman dies, leaving his brother Charlemagne king of the now complete Frank kingdom.

1952:
Great Smog of 1952: A "killer fog" descends on London ("Smog" for "smoke" and "fog" becomes a word).