U.S. Invades Panama
The United States invades Panama in an attempt to overthrow military dictator Manuel Noriega. The American government originally favored Noriega because of his anti-communist beliefs, but U.S. policy … (more...)
December 20
This Day in History
1989
1987
Asia’s "Titanic" Sinks
"In what is described as the deadliest ferry disaster in history, on this day in 1987 the Philippine-registered ferry MV Dona Paz sank after a deadly collision, killing more than 4,000 people aboard. … (more...)
1917
Bolshevik Secret Police Founded
"On this day in 1917, wasting little time after the revolution, Vladimir Lenin called for the founding of the Bolshevik’s security apparatus and the forerunner of the KGB, the Cheka. Officially titled … (more...)
