December 2nd, 2008

Today in History

1867:
In a New York City theater, British author Charles Dickens gives his first public reading in the United States.

1990:
A coalition led by Chancellor Helmut Kohl wins the first free all-German elections since 1932.

1899:
Philippine-American War: The Battle of Tirad Pass, termed "The Filipino Thermopylae", is fought.

1927:
Following 19 years of Ford Model T production, the Ford Motor Company unveils the Ford Model A as its new automobile.

1409:
The University of Leipzig opens.