January 9th, 2009

Today in History

1977:
Super Bowl XI: Oakland Raiders defeat Minnesota Vikings, 32-14.

1917:
Battle of Rafa

1916:
The Ottoman Empire prevails in the Battle of Çanakkale, as the last British troops are evacuated.

1863:
American Civil War: Battle of Fort Hindman

1788:
Connecticut becomes the fifth state to join the United States.