Birth of Barbara Bain
Born: Barbara Bain, American actress.
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1922
The final act of the Greco-Turkish War, the Great Fire of Smyrna, commences.
The final act of the Greco-Turkish War, the Great Fire of Smyrna, commences.
1898
Hannibal Goodwin patents celluloid photographic film.
Hannibal Goodwin patents celluloid photographic film.
1814
In a turning point in the War of 1812, the British fail to capture Baltimore. During the battle, Francis…
In a turning point in the War of 1812, the British fail to capture Baltimore. During the battle, Francis Scott Key composes his poem "Defence of Fort McHenry", which is later set to music and becomes the United States' national anthem.
1813
Death of Hezqeyas
Died: Hezqeyas, Ethiopian emperor.
1791
King Louis XVI accepts the new French constitution.
King Louis XVI accepts the new French constitution.
509 BCE
The Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus on Rome's Capitoline Hill is dedicated on the ides of September.
The Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus on Rome's Capitoline Hill is dedicated on the ides of September.
585 BCE
Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, king of Rome, celebrates a triumph for his victories over the Sabines, and the…
Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, king of Rome, celebrates a triumph for his victories over the Sabines, and the surrender of Collatia.
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