December 4th, 2008

Today in History

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

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).

1875:
Notorious New York City politician Boss Tweed escapes from prison and flees to Cuba, then Spain.

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).

1110:
First Crusade: The Crusaders conquer Sidon.