How many people know why today is important?

Question

It's the anniversary of a famous event in American History.

Answer 1

Richard Nixon resigns as US President?  

Answer 2

the date is 8-8-08 and the olympics start

Answer 3

It seems 5 people so far know; at least those on the yahoo boards.

Answer 4

1863- After the Battle of Gettysburg, General Robert E. Lee sends letter of resignation to Confederate President, which is refused.

1908-Wilbur Wright makes first public flight in France.

1945-We sign the U.N. Charter and are the third nation to join.

That's it. 1945 is probably the one.

Answer 5

I don't.