On This Day: Cold War: Korean Air Lines Flight 007 is shot down by a Soviet jet fighter after... (1983)

On September 1, 1983: Cold War: Korean Air Lines Flight 007 is shot down by a Soviet jet fighter after the commercial aircraft strayed into Soviet airspace, killing all 269 on board, including Congressman Lawrence McDonald.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.