December 4th, 2008

Today in History

1993:
A truce is concluded between the government of Angola and UNITA rebels.

1981:
South Africa grants "homeland" Ciskei independence (not recognized outside South Africa).

1958:
Dahomey (present-day Benin) becomes a self-governing country within the French Community.

1872:
The crewless American ship Mary Celeste is found by the British brig Dei Gratia (the ship was abandoned for 9 days but was only slightly damaged).

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