December 4th, 2008

Today in History

1982:
The People's Republic of China adopts its current constitution.

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

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

1259:
Kings Louis IX of France and Henry III of England agree to the Treaty of Paris, in which Henry renounces his claims to French-controlled territory on continental Europe (including Normandy) in exchange for Louis withdrawing his support for English rebels.

1110:
First Crusade: The Crusaders conquer Sidon.