September 8th, 2008

Today in History

2000:
The Republic of Albania officially joins the World Trade Organization, as Albania.

1971:
In Washington, DC, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is inaugurated, with the opening feature being the premiere of Leonard Bernstein's Mass.

1930:
1930 - 3M begins marketing Scotch transparent tape.

1831:
William IV was crowned King of Great Britain.

1565:
The Knights of Malta lift the Turkish siege of Malta (the Siege of Malta started on May 18).