Today in History . . .

[Deb in IA]

On December 20, 1802, the United States buys the Louisiana territory from France.

On December 20, 1860, South Carolina secedes from the Union.

On December 20, 1938, the first electronic television system is patented.

On December 20, 1989, U.S. troops invade Panama to oust General Manuel Noriega and replace him with Guillermo Endara.

 

[ILUVDXL]

1938 for T.V,'s Wow!

Thanks, Deb and have a great weekend.

 

[Serena]

Thanks Deb.

 

[gemmie214]

We got a bargain on the Louisiana territory Thanks Deb and have a great weekend

 

[EROS]

Thanks, DEB ....

 

[nativetxn]

Very interesting, Deb

 

[JulesMom]

DS & I are studying early American History.

He'll be interest to know about the La. Purchase

Thanks, Deb