This Day in History, September 12

History & Quotes / September 12, 2024

On September 12th, 1992, NASA launched the Space Shuttle Endeavour, marking the 50th space shuttle mission.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / September 11, 2024

A thought for the day: American political activist Mary Ellen Lease said, Raise less corn and more hell!

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.