December 2nd, 2008

Today in History

2001:
Enron files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

1970:
The United States Environmental Protection Agency begins operations.

1899:
Philippine-American War: The Battle of Tirad Pass, termed "The Filipino Thermopylae", is fought.

1823:
US President James Monroe delivers a speech establishing American neutrality in future European conflicts (later be called the Monroe Doctrine).

1805:
French troops under Napoleon decisively defeat a joint Russo-Austrian force.