In History, Today on April 9

The Battle of Liegnitz took place, where Mongol forces defeated a combined force of European knights, including Polish, Moravian, and German troops.

Henry V was crowned King of England at Westminster Abbey.

René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, claimed the Mississippi River basin for France, naming it La Louisiane.

The American Civil War effectively ended with the surrender of Confederate General Robert E. Lee to Union General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House.

The Battle of Vimy Ridge began during World War I, where Canadian Corps attacked German positions in France, achieving a significant victory.

Germany invaded Denmark and Norway during World War II, beginning Operation Weserübung.

The Bataan Death March began, as Japanese forces forced American and Filipino prisoners of war to march approximately 65 miles under brutal conditions.

The Bolivian National Revolution began, leading to significant social and economic reforms in Bolivia.

The first Boeing 737 made its maiden flight, marking the beginning of one of the most successful commercial aircraft lines.

The Tbilisi Massacre occurred in Georgia, where Soviet troops attacked peaceful pro-independence demonstrators, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries.

Georgia declared independence from the Soviet Union, marking a significant moment in the dissolution of the USSR.

The statue of Saddam Hussein in Baghdad's Firdos Square is toppled by Iraqi civilians and U.S. military forces, symbolizing the fall of Baghdad during the Iraq War.

Prince Charles marries Camilla Parker Bowles in a civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall, followed by a religious blessing at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.

Two churches in Egypt are bombed by ISIS during Palm Sunday services, resulting in at least 45 deaths and numerous injuries.

Benjamin Netanyahu wins the Israeli legislative election, securing a record fifth term as Prime Minister of Israel.