December 4th, 2008

Today in History

1998:
The second module of the International Space Station, Unity, was launched.

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

1969:
1969 - Legendary surfer Greg "Da Bull" Noll rode a 65-foot wave on the North Shore of Oahu, still the highest ever recorded.

1945:
By a vote of 65 to 7, the United States Senate approves United States participation in the United Nations (the UN was established on October 24, 1945).

1110:
First Crusade: The Crusaders conquer Sidon.