January 7th, 2009

Today in History

1990:
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is closed to the public due to safety concerns.

1979:
Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge are overthrown by Vietnamese troops.

1901:
Alferd Packer is released from prison after serving 18 years for cannibalism.

1835:
HMS Beagle anchors off the Chonos Archipelago.

1782:
The first American commercial bank opens (Bank of North America).