November 22nd, 2008

Today in History

2005:
Microsoft's Xbox 360 gaming console is due to debut in North America.

1985:
According to ancient aztec mythology, the future saviour of the world would be born on this date.

1975:
Juan Carlos is declared King of Spain following the death of dictator Francisco Franco.

1974:
The United Nations General Assembly grants the Palestine Liberation Organization observer status.

1935:
The China Clipper takes off from Alameda, California in an attempt to deliver the first airmail cargo across the Pacific Ocean (the airplane later reached its destination, Manila, and delivered over 110,000 pieces of mail).