2014 Event Iraqi troops and Shiite militia members, aided by U.S. air strikes, free the town of Amerli from Islamic State control; the rebel group seized the town two months ago, blocking access to food and supplies; rations were air-dropped after the victory 1978 Event Yankees win 3rd straight AL East beating Red Sox 5-4 in a playoff game. Guidry wins #25 aided by Dent's homer and Pinella's fielding 1910 Birthday Dominique Pire, Belgium, educator, aided WW II refugees, Nobel 1958 799 Event Pope Leo III, aided by Charles the Great, returns to Rome
