January 10th, 2009

Today in History

1984:
The United States and the Vatican establish full diplomatic relations.

1946:
First General Assembly of the United Nations opens in London. Fifty-one nations are represented.

1863:
The first section of the London Underground Railway opens, between Paddington and Farringdon Street.

1806:
Dutch in Cape Town surrender to the British.

1072:
Robert Guiscard conquers Palermo.