Todays History

The United States military ends its “Don’t ask, don’t tell” policy, allowing gay men and women to serve openly for the first time.

George Washington’s Farewell Address is printed across America as an open letter to the public.

Scotland votes against independence from the United Kingdom, by 55% to 45%.

The Camp David Accords are signed by Israel and Egypt.

Jang Bahadur and his brothers massacre about 40 members of the Nepalese palace court.

The first New York City Marathon is run on 13 September 1970. The New York City Marathon, often referred to as the NYC Marathon, is…

South African anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko dies in police custody.

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit system begins passenger service.