This Day in History, September 27

History & Quotes / September 27, 2024

On September 27th, 1825, the Stockton and Darlington Railway opened, becoming the first permanent steam locomotive railway.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / September 26, 2024

A thought for the day: Society as a whole benefits immeasurably from a climate in which all persons, regardless of race or gender, may have the opportunity to earn respect, responsibility, advancement and remuneration ...Read More

Other Notable Events for September 26

History & Quotes / September 26, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1777, British troops occupied Philadelphia.

In 1934, Britain's Queen Mary bestowed her name on Cunard-White Star Line's newest ocean liner in a christening ceremony in ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for September 26

History & Quotes / September 26, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Frontier nurseryman Johnny Appleseed Chapman in 1774
- researcher Ivan Pavlov in 1849
- writer T.S. Eliot in 1888
- philosopher Martin Heidegger in 1889
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Astronomy

History & Quotes / September 26, 2024

Today is Thursday, Sept. 26, the 270th day of 2024 with 96 to follow.

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

This Day in History, September 26

History & Quotes / September 26, 2024

On September 26th, 1934, the RMS Queen Mary was launched.