November 21st, 2008

Today in History

2004:
2004 - The second round of the Ukrainian presidential election is held, unleashing massive protests and controversy with regards to the election's integrity.

1995:
1995 - The Dow Jones Industrial Average closes above 5,000 (5,023.55) for the first time.

1979:
The United States Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan is attacked by a mob and set afire, killing four. (see: Foreign relations of Pakistan)

1964:
Second Vatican Council: The third period of the Catholic Church's ecumenical council closes.

1962:
The Chinese People's Liberation Army declared a unilateral cease-fire in the Sino-Indian War.