November 21st, 2008

Today in History

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

1942:
The completion of the Alaska Highway (also known as the Alcan Highway) is celebrated (the highway was not usable by general vehicles until 1943, however).

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

1974:
1974 - George W. Bush is discharged from the US Air Force Reserve.

235:
Anterus is elected Pope.