Historical Events
1170
Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, is murdered in Canterbury Cathedral.
1778
The British capture Savannah, Georgia, during the American Revolution.
1845
Texas becomes the 28th US state.
1890
The Wounded Knee Massacre: US soldiers kill 150-300 Sioux Indians.
1916
Rasputin is murdered in Russia.
Famous Birthdays
1721
Madame de Pompadour
French noblewoman and official chief mistress of Louis XV who wielded great political influence.
1766
Charles Macintosh
Scottish chemist who invented the waterproof raincoat.
1808
Andrew Johnson
17th President of the United States who was impeached but acquitted.
1936
Mary Tyler Moore
American actress known for The Dick Van Dyke Show and The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
1975
Jude Law
British actor known for Cold Mountain and Alfie.
