Tag: today in history

  • Independence From Spain

    Independence From Spain

    September 15, 1821, Central Americans were granted independence from Spain.

  • Golden Girls Debuted

    Golden Girls Debuted

    September 14, 1985, the Golden Girls debuted.

  • Philip II Crowned

    Philip II Crowned

    September 13, 1598, Philip III was crowned king of Spain.

  • Mae Jemison In Space

    Mae Jemison In Space

    September 12, 1992, Mae Jemison became the first African American woman to fly in space.

  • Pentagon Construction Begins

    Pentagon Construction Begins

    September 11, 1941, construction of the Pentagon began in Arlington, Virginia.

  • Smith Becomes President of Jamestown

    Smith Becomes President of Jamestown

    September 10, 1608, John Smith became the president of Jamestown.

  • Mao Dies

    Mao Dies

    September 9, 1976, Mao died.

  • Ford Pardons Nixon

    Ford Pardons Nixon

    September 8, 1974, President Ford pardons Nixon.

  • Younger Gang Caught

    Younger Gang Caught

    September 7, 1876, the notorious Younger Brothers gang was finally caught.

  • McKinley Assassinated

    McKinley Assassinated

    September 6, 1901, President McKinley was assassinated.