Other Notable Events for September 11

History & Quotes / September 11, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1777, troops commanded by Gen. George Washington were defeated by the British under Gen. William Howe in the Battle of Brandywine.

In 1847, Stephen Foster's first hit, Oh! ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for September 11

History & Quotes / September 11, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Writer O. Henry, born William Sydney Porter, in 1862
- writer D.H. Lawrence in 1885
- College Football Hall of Fame Coach Paul Bear Bryant in 1913
- former ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / September 11, 2024

Today is Wednesday, Sept. 11, the 255th day of 2024 with 111 to follow.

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

This Day in History, September 11

History & Quotes / September 11, 2024

On September 11th, 1683, the Battle of Vienna took place.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / September 10, 2024

A thought for the day: I don't want to end up simply having visited the world. -- American poet Mary Oliver

Other Notable Events for September 10

History & Quotes / September 10, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1813, U.S. naval units under the command of Capt. Oliver Perry defeated a British squadron in the Battle of Lake Erie.

In 1823, Simon Bolivar, who led the wars for ...Read More