This Day in History, September 6

History & Quotes / September 06, 2024

On September 6th, 1628, the Puritans settled Salem, Massachusetts.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / September 05, 2024

A thought for the day: Whenever people ask me: 'Why didn't you get up when the bus driver asked you?' I say, 'It felt as though Harriet Tubman's hands were pushing me down on one shoulder and Sojourner Truth's hands were ...Read More

Other Notable Events for September 5

History & Quotes / September 05, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1774, the first Continental Congress convened in secret in Philadelphia, calling for a boycott of British goods and writing a petition to King George III to repeal the Intolerable ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for September 5

History & Quotes / September 05, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- French King Louis XIV in 1638
- outlaw Jesse James in 1847
- distiller Jack Daniel in 1846
- Baseball Hall of Fame member Napoleon Lajoie in 1874
- ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / September 05, 2024

Today is Thursday, Sept. 5, the 249th day of 2024 with 117 to follow.

The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.

This Day in History, September 5

History & Quotes / September 05, 2024

On September 5th, 1793, the Reign of Terror was initiated to strike back against the French Revolution.