January 8th, 2009

Today in History

1975:
Ella Grasso becomes Governor of Connecticut, becoming the first woman to serve as a Governor in the United States who did not succeed her husband.

1908:
A train collision occurs in the Park Avenue Tunnel in New York City killing 17, injuring 38 and leading to increased demand for electric trains.

1815:
War of 1812: In the Battle of New Orleans Andrew Jackson leads American forces in victory over the British.

1746:
Bonnie Prince Charlie occupies Stirling.

1198:
Innocent III becomes Pope.