January 9th, 2009

Today in History

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

1956:
First "Dear Abby" column appears in newspapers.

1912:
Marines invade Honduras.

1839:
The French Academy of Sciences announces the Daguerreotype photography process.

1760:
Afghans defeat Marathas in Battle of Barari Ghat.

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