World History

  • September 11, 2001: Terrorist attacks in the United States led to the collapse of the World Trade Center towers in New York City and significant damage to the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. Almost 3,000 people were killed in the attacks, leading to the U.S. launching the War on Terror.
  • September 12, 490 BC: The Battle of Marathon took place, where the Athenians and their Plataean allies defeated the Persians. This battle is where the legend of the marathon run originates, with a messenger running from Marathon to Athens to announce the victory.
  • September 13, 1814: Francis Scott Key penned the lyrics for “The Star-Spangled Banner” after witnessing the British bombardment of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812. This song would later become the national anthem of the United States.
  • September 15, 1935: The Nuremberg Laws were adopted by the German government, institutionalizing many of the racial theories prevalent in Nazi ideology. These laws deprived Jews of German citizenship and prohibited marriage or sexual relations between Jews and Germans.
  • September 16, 1975: Papua New Guinea gained its independence from Australia, becoming a sovereign nation. The date is now celebrated annually as the country’s Independence Day.

Cleveland History

  • September 11, 1970: The first official Cleveland Browns game of the 1970 season was played. This year was significant as the NFL had just completed its merger with the AFL, creating the conference system still in place today.
  • September 12, 1935: The Terminal Tower, an iconic building in Cleveland’s skyline, was officially dedicated. For decades, it was the tallest building outside of New York City.
  • September 14, 1954: The Cleveland Indians clinched the American League pennant. This was part of an impressive season, which saw the Indians end up with a record of 111-43.
  • September 15, 1916: The Cleveland Museum of Art officially opened its doors to the public. The museum is renowned for its extensive collection, spanning 6,000 years of world history.
  • September 17, 1948: The National Air Races were held in Cleveland, attracting pilots and aviation enthusiasts from across the country. The city had a strong association with these races from the 1920s through the late 1940s.