The Mayflower departs Plymouth, England, with 102 Pilgrims and about 30 crew for the New World [O.S. Sep 6]
The Mayflower departs Plymouth, England, with 102 Pilgrims and about 30 crew for the New World [O.S. Sep 6]
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Historical Events on September 16
British capture Cape Town, South Africa, from the Dutch
The first modern humans are believed to have inhabited South Africa more than 100,000 years ago.
Priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rings the church bells in Dolores, Mexico, issuing a call to arms known as the "Grito d
Priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rings the church bells in Dolores, Mexico, issuing a call to arms known as the "Grito de Dolores" (Cry of Dolores), calling for the end of Spanish rule. Celebrated today as Mexican Independence Day.
Slavery is abolished in all French territories
Slavery in France, and by extension, the French Empire, covers a wide range of disparate topics. During the Middle Ages, chattel slavery was legal in France itself.
The "Wall Street bombing" occurs at 12:01 when a horse-drawn wagon explodes on Wall Street, New York, killing 38 and inj
The "Wall Street bombing" occurs at 12:01 when a horse-drawn wagon explodes on Wall Street, New York, killing 38 and injuring 143
Federation of Malaysia formed by Malaya, Singapore, British North Borneo (Sabah) and Sarawak
Malaya, officially the Federation of Malaya, was a country in Southeast Asia from 1948 to 1963. It succeeded the Malayan Union and, before that, British Malaya.
Apple Computer Inc. names co-founder Steve Jobs as interim CEO
Steven Paul Jobs (February 24, 1955 – October 5, 2011) was an American businessman, co-inventor, and investor.
14th Toronto International Film Festival: "Roger & Me" directed by Michael Moore wins the People's Choice Award
Roger & Me is a 1989 American documentary film written, produced, directed by, and starring Michael Moore, in his directorial debut.
Metropolitan Opera House opens in Lincoln Center, New York City, with Leontyne Price as Cleopatra in "Antony and Cleopat
Metropolitan Opera House opens in Lincoln Center, New York City, with Leontyne Price as Cleopatra in "Antony and Cleopatra" by Samuel Barber
Golf's first recorded hole-in-one is scored by Tom Morris at Prestwick's 8th hole in Scotland
Golf's first recorded hole-in-one is scored by Tom Morris at Prestwick's 8th hole in Scotland
Los Angeles City Council approves a 300-acre site in Chavez Ravine for the Dodgers
Los Angeles City Council approves a 300-acre site in Chavez Ravine for the Dodgers
Future Queen of Hawaii Lili'uokalani (24) weds American secretary John Owen Dominis (29) until his death in 1891
Future Queen of Hawaii Lili'uokalani (24) weds American secretary John Owen Dominis (29) until his death in 1891
American actor Henry Fonda (31) weds Canadian-American socialite Frances Ford Seymour (28) at Christ Church, New York Ci
American actor Henry Fonda (31) weds Canadian-American socialite Frances Ford Seymour (28) at Christ Church, New York City, until her death in1950
American "Gilligan's Island" actor Bob Denver (32) weds second wife Jean Webber; divorce in 1970
American "Gilligan's Island" actor Bob Denver (32) weds second wife Jean Webber; divorce in 1970
Owain Glyndŵr is declared Prince of Wales by his followers
The Glyndŵr rebellion was a Welsh rebellion led between 1400 and c. 1415 by Owain Glyndŵr against the Kingdom of England during the Late Middle Ages.
King Johan Casimir of Palts promises military aid to the Huguenots
King Johan Casimir of Palts promises military aid to the Huguenots
Albert VII Archduke of Austria's Spanish forces lose control of the city of Amiens to French King Henry VI
Albert VII Archduke of Austria's Spanish forces lose control of the city of Amiens to French King Henry VI
Spanish troops occupy Dunkirk
Spanish troops occupy Dunkirk
Russian troops occupy Smolensk in Poland
Russian troops occupy Smolensk in Poland
Jewish mystic and rabbi Sabbatai Zevi, the "Messiah," appears before Sultan Mehmed IV, puts on a Turkish turban and conv
Jewish mystic and rabbi Sabbatai Zevi, the "Messiah," appears before Sultan Mehmed IV, puts on a Turkish turban and converts to Islam
Polish King John II Casimir Vasa resigns and goes to France the following year
Polish King John II Casimir Vasa resigns and goes to France the following year
Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I declares war on France, Cologne, and Bavaria
Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I declares war on France, Cologne, and Bavaria
William IV Prince of Orange installed as Stadtholder of Groningen
William IV Prince of Orange installed as Stadtholder of Groningen
French troops occupy Bergen op Zoom in the Netherlands
French troops occupy Bergen op Zoom in the Netherlands
Great Seal of the United States of America is used for the first time
Great Seal of the United States of America is used for the first time
Oliver Wendell Holmes writes poem "Old Ironsides" as tribute to the 18th-century USS Constitution
"Old Ironsides" is a poem written by American writer Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. on September 16, 1830, as a tribute to the 18th-century USS Constitution.
Federal Constitution of the United Mexican States of 1857 comes into force, establishing individual rights, including un
Federal Constitution of the United Mexican States of 1857 comes into force, establishing individual rights, including universal male suffrage and freedom of speech, and removes Catholicism as the official religion, thus fiercely attacked by Pope Pius IX
First overland mail to California
Butterfield Overland Mail (officially Overland Mail Company) was a stagecoach service in the United States operating from 1858 to 1861. It carried passengers and U.S.
British Post Office Savings Bank opens
British Post Office Savings Bank opens
Confederate General Braxton Bragg's army surrounds 4,000 federals at Munfordville, Kentucky
Kentucky was a southern border state of key importance in the American Civil War. It officially declared its neutrality at the beginning of the war, but after a failed attempt by Confederate General...
Robert College of Istanbul, Turkey, the first American educational institution outside the United States, is founded by
Robert College of Istanbul, Turkey, the first American educational institution outside the United States, is founded by Christopher Robert, an American philanthropist
US Civil War: Battle of Coggin's Point, Virginia (Hampton-Rosser Cattle Raid)
US Civil War: Battle of Coggin's Point, Virginia (Hampton-Rosser Cattle Raid)
Ottawa Rough Riders and Senators play Canadian football game
Ottawa Rough Riders and Senators play Canadian football game
German troops leave France
German troops leave France
5th America's Cup: Puritan (NY Yacht Club) beats Genesta (Royal Yacht Squadron, Isle of Wight, UK) by 1:38 for 2-0 serie
5th America's Cup: Puritan (NY Yacht Club) beats Genesta (Royal Yacht Squadron, Isle of Wight, UK) by 1:38 for 2-0 series win
Amsterdam swimming club renamed "The Y"
Amsterdam swimming club renamed "The Y"
Cherokee Strip, Oklahoma, opens white settlement homesteaders
The Territory of Oklahoma was an organized incorporated territory of the United States that existed from May 2, 1890, until November 16, 1907, when it was joined with the Indian Territory under a new...
Alturas, California, is incorporated as the only city in Modoc County
Alturas (Spanish for "Heights"; Achumawi: Kasalektawi) is the only incorporated city in Modoc County, California, of which it is also the county seat.
Kaarlo Nieminen wins first Finnish marathon
Kaarlo Nieminen wins first Finnish marathon
Carriage maker William C. Durant founds General Motors in Flint, Michigan
William Crapo Durant (December 8, 1861 – March 18, 1947) was an American businessman.
Thousands of women demonstrate for Dutch female suffrage
Thousands of women demonstrate for Dutch female suffrage
American Legion incorporated by an act of US Congress
The Czechoslovak Legion were volunteer armed forces consisting predominantly of Czechs and Slovaks fighting on the side of the Entente powers during World War I and the White Army during the Russian...
St. Cardinals future Baseball HOF first baseman Jim Bottomley sets MLB all-time single game RBI record of 12 in a 17-3 r
St. Cardinals future Baseball HOF first baseman Jim Bottomley sets MLB all-time single game RBI record of 12 in a 17-3 rout of Brooklyn Robins at Ebbets Field
Hurricane in Florida and Alabama kills 372
The Great Miami Hurricane of 1926 was a large and intense tropical cyclone that devastated the Greater Miami area of Florida and caused catastrophic damage in the Bahamas and the U.S.
San Felipe Segundo/Okeechobee hurricane crosses through the Bahamas as a Category 4 storm, killing 18, as it travels fro
San Felipe Segundo/Okeechobee hurricane crosses through the Bahamas as a Category 4 storm, killing 18, as it travels from Puerto Rico to Florida
Police shoot at strikers in Maastricht, Netherlands, killing two people
Police shoot at strikers in Maastricht, Netherlands, killing two people
Phillies, trailing 10-5, score 5 in the 9th. Then Pirates score 4 in the top of the 10th, so Phillies score 5 in the bot
Phillies, trailing 10-5, score 5 in the 9th. Then Pirates score 4 in the top of the 10th, so Phillies score 5 in the bottom of the 10th to win 15-14
A blimp is moored to the Empire State Building in New York City
The Empire State Building is a 102-story, Art Deco-style supertall skyscraper in the Midtown South neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City, United States.
30.8 cm of rainfall in Westerly, Rhode Island (state record)
30.8 cm of rainfall in Westerly, Rhode Island (state record)
British racing driver George Eyston sets a world auto speed record at 357.5 mph
British racing driver George Eyston sets a world auto speed record at 357.5 mph
the New York Yankees clinch their 11th and 4th successive pennant by finishing with a 106-45 record
the New York Yankees clinch their 11th and 4th successive pennant by finishing with a 106-45 record
Japanese attack on Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, repelled
The New Guinea Volunteer Rifles (NGVR) was an infantry battalion of the Australian Army.
Montgomery's 8th army links up with invading forces in Salerno
The Eighth Army was a field army of the British Army during the Second World War. It was formed as the Western Army on 10 September 1941, in Egypt, before being renamed the Army of the Nile and then...
Barometric pressure at 856 mb (25.55") off Okinawa (record low)
Barometric pressure at 856 mb (25.55") off Okinawa (record low)
John Cobb sets a world auto speed record at 394.2 mph
John Cobb sets a world auto speed record at 394.2 mph
KABC TV channel 7 in Los Angeles, CA (ABC) begins broadcasting
Los Angeles (often referred to by its initials, LA) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of California, and the commercial, financial, and cultural center of Southern California.
Cleveland Browns (formerly AAFC) play their first NFL game, defeating Philadelphia 35-10
Throughout its history, the National Football League (NFL) and other rival American football leagues have used several different formats to determine their league champions, including a period of...
US National League umpire Frank Dascoli clears the Dodgers bench, ejecting 15 players
US National League umpire Frank Dascoli clears the Dodgers bench, ejecting 15 players
AL approves St. Louis Browns' move to become Baltimore Orioles
The St. Louis Browns were a Major League Baseball team that originated in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as the Milwaukee Brewers. A charter member of the American League (AL), the Brewers moved to St.
CKLW TV channel 9 in Windsor, ON (CBC) begins broadcasting
CKLW TV channel 9 in Windsor, ON (CBC) begins broadcasting
Bauer and Berra hit home runs in the 9th, beating the Red Sox 5-4 and taking over first
Bauer and Berra hit home runs in the 9th, beating the Red Sox 5-4 and taking over first
Yankee Mickey Mantle pulls a hamstring muscle while running out a bunt
Yankee Mickey Mantle pulls a hamstring muscle while running out a bunt
Coup in Thailand deposes Premier Songgram
Coup in Thailand deposes Premier Songgram
Amos Alonzo Stagg retires as a football coach at 98 years old after a 70-year career that included his final coaching ro
Amos Alonzo Stagg retires as a football coach at 98 years old after a 70-year career that included his final coaching role as the kicking coach at Stockton Junior College
Milwaukee Braves' future Hall of Fame pitcher Warren Spahn no-hits the Philadelphia Phillies 4-0 at County Stadium
The Milwaukee Braves were a Major League Baseball club that played in Milwaukee, from 1953 to 1965, having previously played in Boston, Massachusetts, as the Boston Braves.
CDU loses West Germany election
A federal election was held in West Germany on 17 September 1961 to elect the members of the fourth Bundestag. The CDU/CSU remained the largest faction, winning 242 of the 499 seats.
Brian Kilby wins the marathon in 2:23:18.8 at the British Empire and Commonwealth Games
Brian Kilby wins the marathon in 2:23:18.8 at the British Empire and Commonwealth Games
"The Outer Limits" premieres on ABC-TV
"The Outer Limits" premieres on ABC-TV
"Shindig" premieres on ABC-TV
"Shindig" premieres on ABC-TV
Boston Red Sox's Dave Morehead throw a no-hitter against Cleveland Indians, winning 2-0
Boston Red Sox's Dave Morehead throw a no-hitter against Cleveland Indians, winning 2-0
Anni Pede runs the women's world record marathon in 3:07:26
Anni Pede runs the women's world record marathon in 3:07:26
KLNI (now KADN) TV channel 15 in Lafayette, LA (IND) begins broadcasting
KLNI (now KADN) TV channel 15 in Lafayette, LA (IND) begins broadcasting
King Hussein of Jordan forms military government
Hussein bin Talal al-Hashimi (14 November 1935 – 7 February 1999) was King of Jordan from 1952 until his death in 1999.
A number of Unionists resign over the proposed tripartite talks involving Northern Ireland, the UK, and the Republic of
A number of Unionists resign over the proposed tripartite talks involving Northern Ireland, the UK, and the Republic of Ireland
First TV series about mixed marriage, "Bridget Loves Bernie," premieres
First TV series about mixed marriage, "Bridget Loves Bernie," premieres
Buffalo running back O.J. Simpson rushes for a then-NFL-record 250 yards in the Bills' 31-13 win at New England
The 1973 Buffalo Bills season was the 14th season for the team and their 4th season in the National Football League (NFL).
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) begins regular rail service crossing under the San Francisco Bay, through the Transbay Tub
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) begins regular rail service crossing under the San Francisco Bay, through the Transbay Tube
MLB Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Rennie Stennett is second to hit 7-for-7 in a 9-inning MLB game in a 22-0 rout of
MLB Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Rennie Stennett is second to hit 7-for-7 in a 9-inning MLB game in a 22-0 rout of Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field in Chicago
American Episcopal Church approves the ordination of women as priests and bishops
The ordination of women to ministerial or priestly office is an increasingly common practice among some contemporary major religious groups.
90-minute pilot of "Logan's Run" premieres on TV
90-minute pilot of "Logan's Run" premieres on TV
7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes near Tabas, central Iran, killing an estimated 15,000 to 25,000 people
7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes near Tabas, central Iran, killing an estimated 15,000 to 25,000 people
"Rapper's Delight," the debut single by hip-hop trio Sugar Hill Gang, is released by Sugar Hill Records
"Rapper's Delight" is a 1979 rap song that serves as the debut single of American hip-hop trio the Sugarhill Gang, produced by Sylvia Robinson.
Massacre of over 1,000 Palestinian refugees at Sabra and Shatila begins
From 16 to 18 September 1982, between 1,300 and 3,500 civilians—mostly Palestinians and Lebanese Shias—were killed in Beirut's Sabra neighbourhood and the adjacent Shatila refugee camp by the...
Fire in Kinross gold mine in Transvaal, South Africa, kills 177
Fire in Kinross gold mine in Transvaal, South Africa, kills 177
California's Bob Boone catches his record 1,919th major league game
California's Bob Boone catches his record 1,919th major league game
Cincinnati Reds Tom Browning pitches a perfect game, beating LA Dodgers 1-0
The Cincinnati Reds are an American professional baseball team based in Cincinnati. The Reds compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (NL) Central Division.
Norm Charlton is suspended for seven days for intentionally hitting Steve Scioscia with a pitch
Norm Charlton is suspended for seven days for intentionally hitting Steve Scioscia with a pitch
die in floods in Pakistan
The 1992 India–Pakistan floods was a deadly flood caused by a five days long heavy monsoon rains and severe weather that occurred on 7 September 1992 across the north-Pakistan of Azad Kashmir,...
Minnesota Twins' Dave Winfield becomes the 19th player to achieve 3,000 hits
Minnesota Twins' Dave Winfield becomes the 19th player to achieve 3,000 hits
Fire Department puts out smokey electrical fire in the White House
Fire Department puts out smokey electrical fire in the White House
Greg Maddux of the Braves sets a record with 17 consecutive road victories
This article details the history of the Atlanta Braves, which concerns the evolution of the Major League Baseball team Atlanta Braves over time. The Braves played in Boston from their inception in...
MLB Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor becomes the 21st player to reach 3,000 hits
MLB Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor becomes the 21st player to reach 3,000 hits
American Basketball League MVP Nikki McCray signs with the WNBA
The American Basketball League, often abbreviated to the ABL of 1996 was a professional women's basketball league in the United States.
Mark McGwire signs with the St. Louis Cardinals for $26 million
Mark David McGwire, nicknamed "Big Mac", is an American former professional baseball first baseman who played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1986 to 2001 for the Oakland Athletics and...
14.8 inches (37.6 cm) of rainfall from Hurricane Floyd at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (state record)
14.8 inches (37.6 cm) of rainfall from Hurricane Floyd at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (state record)
Sammy Sosa becomes the second player to hit 50 or more home runs in three consecutive years, joining Mark McGwire
Samuel Peralta Sosa is a Dominican former professional baseball right fielder. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for 18 seasons, primarily with the Chicago Cubs.
Camorra Mafia boss Paolo Di Lauro is arrested in Naples
Paolo Di Lauro is an Italian crime boss, leader of the Di Lauro Clan, a Camorra crime organization.
14 people are killed and 7 wounded by a roadside bomb Jandol, Turkey
14 people are killed and 7 wounded by a roadside bomb Jandol, Turkey
12 people are killed after a gunman opens fire at a naval yard in Washington, D.C.
The Washington Navy Yard shooting occurred on September 16, 2013, when 34-year-old Aaron Alexis fatally shot 12 people and injured three others in a mass shooting at the headquarters of the Naval Sea...
million malaria cases prevented in Africa since 2000, according to a report by the University of Oxford in the "Nature"
million malaria cases prevented in Africa since 2000, according to a report by the University of Oxford in the "Nature" journal
Second Republican presidential candidates debate, hosted by CNN, features Carly Fiorina and Donald Trump facing off at t
Second Republican presidential candidates debate, hosted by CNN, features Carly Fiorina and Donald Trump facing off at the Reagan Presidential Library
Chris Sharma free solos Alasha in Mallorca, Spain, the world's first 9a+ (5.15a) deep-water solo route
Chris Omprakash Sharma is an American rock climber who is considered one of the greatest and most influential climbers in the history of the sport.
New Zealand All Blacks rugby union team hands South Africa their biggest test match defeat in history, beating the Sprin
New Zealand All Blacks rugby union team hands South Africa their biggest test match defeat in history, beating the Springboks 57-0 in Rugby Championship round in Albany, NZ
Cycling land speed record is broken for men and women by Denise Mueller-Korenek, who rides at 183.932 mph (296.010 km/h)
Cycling land speed record is broken for men and women by Denise Mueller-Korenek, who rides at 183.932 mph (296.010 km/h) at Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, making her the first and only woman to hold the overall title
Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes sets an NFL record of 10 touchdowns in first 2 weeks of a season, torching Pitts
Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes sets an NFL record of 10 touchdowns in first 2 weeks of a season, torching Pittsburgh’s secondary with 6 TD passes; leads Chiefs to 42-37 victory on the road
50,000 workers at General Motors go on strike in the US over pay and factory closings
50,000 workers at General Motors go on strike in the US over pay and factory closings
Britain's Kew Gardens sets a world record for the largest living plant collection (16,900) on a single site, according t
Britain's Kew Gardens sets a world record for the largest living plant collection (16,900) on a single site, according to Guinness World Records
A massive rockslide in Greenland creates a tsunami wave in the Dickson Fjord that shakes the earth for nine days [1]
A massive rockslide in Greenland creates a tsunami wave in the Dickson Fjord that shakes the earth for nine days [1]
Alternative rock band "Jane’s Addiction" cancels final month of concert tour, citing a need to take some time away from
Alternative rock band "Jane’s Addiction" cancels final month of concert tour, citing a need to take some time away from each other three days after singer Perry Farrell's on stage altercation with guitarist Dave Navarro [1]
Jerry Greenfield of Ben & Jerry’s resigns from the ice cream maker he co-founded in 1978, citing corporate parent compan
Jerry Greenfield of Ben & Jerry’s resigns from the ice cream maker he co-founded in 1978, citing corporate parent company Unilever's curbing of the brand's activism [1]
Famous Births on September 16
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Bonar Law is born
Bonar Law is born
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Yuan Shikai is born
Yuan Shikai, Chinese first president of the republic of china, known for first president of the republic of china, was born on 1859-09-16.
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Lauren Bacall is born
Lauren Bacall, American actress, known for american actress, was born on 1924-09-16.
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David Copperfield is born
David Copperfield is born
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Amy Poehler is born
Amy Poehler, American actress and comedian, known for american actress and comedian, was born on 1972-09-16.
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Fan Bingbing is born
Fan Bingbing is born
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Nick Jonas is born
Nick Jonas, American singer, known for american singer, was born on 1993-09-16. Nicholas Jerry Jonas is an American singer, songwriter and actor.
birth
Hildegard von Bingen is born
Hildegard von Bingen, German musician, known for german nun and polymath, was born on 1098-09-16.
birth
B.B. King is born
B.B. King musician, known for american blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter, was born on 1925-09-16. Riley B. King (September 16, 1925 – May 14, 2015), known professionally as B.
birth
Marc Anthony is born
Marc Anthony, American musician, known for american singer, was born on 1969-09-16. Marco Antonio Muñiz, known by the stage name Marc Anthony, is an American singer and actor.
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Ard Schenk is born
Ard Schenk is born
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Rosemary Casals is born
Rosemary Casals is born
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Orel Hershiser is born
Orel Hershiser, American athlete, known for american baseball player and analyst, was born on 1959-09-16.
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Tim Raines is born
Tim Raines athlete, known for american baseball player, was born on 1960-09-16. Timothy Raines Sr., nicknamed "Rock", is an American professional baseball coach and former player.
birth
W. O. Bentley is born
W. O. Bentley, English engineer, known for english engineer, was born on 1888-09-16. Walter Owen Bentley, (16 September 1888 – 13 August 1971) was an English engineer who founded Bentley in London.
birth
Karl Dönitz is born
Karl Dönitz, German grand admiral, known for german grand admiral, was born on 1891-09-16.
Notable Deaths on September 16
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on September 16, 1620?
- The Mayflower departs Plymouth, England, with 102 Pilgrims and about 30 crew for the New World [O.S. Sep 6]
- What happened on September 16, 1795?
- The first modern humans are believed to have inhabited South Africa more than 100,000 years ago.
- What happened on September 16, 1810?
- Priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rings the church bells in Dolores, Mexico, issuing a call to arms known as the "Grito de Dolores" (Cry of Dolores), calling for the end of Spanish rule. Celebrated today as Mexican Independence Day.
- What happened on September 16, 1848?
- Slavery in France, and by extension, the French Empire, covers a wide range of disparate topics. During the Middle Ages, chattel slavery was legal in France itself.
- What happened on September 16, 1920?
- The "Wall Street bombing" occurs at 12:01 when a horse-drawn wagon explodes on Wall Street, New York, killing 38 and injuring 143
Complete Timeline — September 16 Through the Ages
Hildegard von Bingen is born
Hildegard von Bingen, German musician, known for german nun and polymath, was born on 1098-09-16.
Owain Glyndŵr is declared Prince of Wales by his followers
The Glyndŵr rebellion was a Welsh rebellion led between 1400 and c. 1415 by Owain Glyndŵr against the Kingdom of England during the Late Middle Ages.
King Johan Casimir of Palts promises military aid to the Huguenots
King Johan Casimir of Palts promises military aid to the Huguenots
Albert VII Archduke of Austria's Spanish forces lose control of the city of Amiens to French King Henry VI
Albert VII Archduke of Austria's Spanish forces lose control of the city of Amiens to French King Henry VI
The Mayflower departs Plymouth, England, with 102 Pilgrims and about 30 crew for the New World [O.S. Sep 6]
The Mayflower departs Plymouth, England, with 102 Pilgrims and about 30 crew for the New World [O.S. Sep 6]
Spanish troops occupy Dunkirk
Spanish troops occupy Dunkirk
Russian troops occupy Smolensk in Poland
Russian troops occupy Smolensk in Poland
Jewish mystic and rabbi Sabbatai Zevi, the "Messiah," appears before Sultan Mehmed IV, puts on a Turkish turban and conv
Jewish mystic and rabbi Sabbatai Zevi, the "Messiah," appears before Sultan Mehmed IV, puts on a Turkish turban and converts to Islam
Polish King John II Casimir Vasa resigns and goes to France the following year
Polish King John II Casimir Vasa resigns and goes to France the following year
James II dies
James II dies
Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I declares war on France, Cologne, and Bavaria
Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I declares war on France, Cologne, and Bavaria
William IV Prince of Orange installed as Stadtholder of Groningen
William IV Prince of Orange installed as Stadtholder of Groningen
French troops occupy Bergen op Zoom in the Netherlands
French troops occupy Bergen op Zoom in the Netherlands
Great Seal of the United States of America is used for the first time
Great Seal of the United States of America is used for the first time
British capture Cape Town, South Africa, from the Dutch
The first modern humans are believed to have inhabited South Africa more than 100,000 years ago.
Priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rings the church bells in Dolores, Mexico, issuing a call to arms known as the "Grito d
Priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rings the church bells in Dolores, Mexico, issuing a call to arms known as the "Grito de Dolores" (Cry of Dolores), calling for the end of Spanish rule. Celebrated today as Mexican Independence Day.
Oliver Wendell Holmes writes poem "Old Ironsides" as tribute to the 18th-century USS Constitution
"Old Ironsides" is a poem written by American writer Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. on September 16, 1830, as a tribute to the 18th-century USS Constitution.
Slavery is abolished in all French territories
Slavery in France, and by extension, the French Empire, covers a wide range of disparate topics. During the Middle Ages, chattel slavery was legal in France itself.
Federal Constitution of the United Mexican States of 1857 comes into force, establishing individual rights, including un
Federal Constitution of the United Mexican States of 1857 comes into force, establishing individual rights, including universal male suffrage and freedom of speech, and removes Catholicism as the official religion, thus fiercely attacked by Pope Pius IX
First overland mail to California
Butterfield Overland Mail (officially Overland Mail Company) was a stagecoach service in the United States operating from 1858 to 1861. It carried passengers and U.S.
Bonar Law is born
Bonar Law is born
Yuan Shikai is born
Yuan Shikai, Chinese first president of the republic of china, known for first president of the republic of china, was born on 1859-09-16.
British Post Office Savings Bank opens
British Post Office Savings Bank opens
Future Queen of Hawaii Lili'uokalani (24) weds American secretary John Owen Dominis (29) until his death in 1891
Future Queen of Hawaii Lili'uokalani (24) weds American secretary John Owen Dominis (29) until his death in 1891
Confederate General Braxton Bragg's army surrounds 4,000 federals at Munfordville, Kentucky
Kentucky was a southern border state of key importance in the American Civil War. It officially declared its neutrality at the beginning of the war, but after a failed attempt by Confederate General...
Robert College of Istanbul, Turkey, the first American educational institution outside the United States, is founded by
Robert College of Istanbul, Turkey, the first American educational institution outside the United States, is founded by Christopher Robert, an American philanthropist
US Civil War: Battle of Coggin's Point, Virginia (Hampton-Rosser Cattle Raid)
US Civil War: Battle of Coggin's Point, Virginia (Hampton-Rosser Cattle Raid)
Ottawa Rough Riders and Senators play Canadian football game
Ottawa Rough Riders and Senators play Canadian football game
Golf's first recorded hole-in-one is scored by Tom Morris at Prestwick's 8th hole in Scotland
Golf's first recorded hole-in-one is scored by Tom Morris at Prestwick's 8th hole in Scotland
German troops leave France
German troops leave France
5th America's Cup: Puritan (NY Yacht Club) beats Genesta (Royal Yacht Squadron, Isle of Wight, UK) by 1:38 for 2-0 serie
5th America's Cup: Puritan (NY Yacht Club) beats Genesta (Royal Yacht Squadron, Isle of Wight, UK) by 1:38 for 2-0 series win
W. O. Bentley is born
W. O. Bentley, English engineer, known for english engineer, was born on 1888-09-16. Walter Owen Bentley, (16 September 1888 – 13 August 1971) was an English engineer who founded Bentley in London.
Karl Dönitz is born
Karl Dönitz, German grand admiral, known for german grand admiral, was born on 1891-09-16.
Amsterdam swimming club renamed "The Y"
Amsterdam swimming club renamed "The Y"
Cherokee Strip, Oklahoma, opens white settlement homesteaders
The Territory of Oklahoma was an organized incorporated territory of the United States that existed from May 2, 1890, until November 16, 1907, when it was joined with the Indian Territory under a new...
Alturas, California, is incorporated as the only city in Modoc County
Alturas (Spanish for "Heights"; Achumawi: Kasalektawi) is the only incorporated city in Modoc County, California, of which it is also the county seat.
Kaarlo Nieminen wins first Finnish marathon
Kaarlo Nieminen wins first Finnish marathon
Carriage maker William C. Durant founds General Motors in Flint, Michigan
William Crapo Durant (December 8, 1861 – March 18, 1947) was an American businessman.
Thousands of women demonstrate for Dutch female suffrage
Thousands of women demonstrate for Dutch female suffrage
American Legion incorporated by an act of US Congress
The Czechoslovak Legion were volunteer armed forces consisting predominantly of Czechs and Slovaks fighting on the side of the Entente powers during World War I and the White Army during the Russian...
The "Wall Street bombing" occurs at 12:01 when a horse-drawn wagon explodes on Wall Street, New York, killing 38 and inj
The "Wall Street bombing" occurs at 12:01 when a horse-drawn wagon explodes on Wall Street, New York, killing 38 and injuring 143
St. Cardinals future Baseball HOF first baseman Jim Bottomley sets MLB all-time single game RBI record of 12 in a 17-3 r
St. Cardinals future Baseball HOF first baseman Jim Bottomley sets MLB all-time single game RBI record of 12 in a 17-3 rout of Brooklyn Robins at Ebbets Field
Lauren Bacall is born
Lauren Bacall, American actress, known for american actress, was born on 1924-09-16.
B.B. King is born
B.B. King musician, known for american blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter, was born on 1925-09-16. Riley B. King (September 16, 1925 – May 14, 2015), known professionally as B.
Hurricane in Florida and Alabama kills 372
The Great Miami Hurricane of 1926 was a large and intense tropical cyclone that devastated the Greater Miami area of Florida and caused catastrophic damage in the Bahamas and the U.S.
San Felipe Segundo/Okeechobee hurricane crosses through the Bahamas as a Category 4 storm, killing 18, as it travels fro
San Felipe Segundo/Okeechobee hurricane crosses through the Bahamas as a Category 4 storm, killing 18, as it travels from Puerto Rico to Florida
Police shoot at strikers in Maastricht, Netherlands, killing two people
Police shoot at strikers in Maastricht, Netherlands, killing two people
Phillies, trailing 10-5, score 5 in the 9th. Then Pirates score 4 in the top of the 10th, so Phillies score 5 in the bot
Phillies, trailing 10-5, score 5 in the 9th. Then Pirates score 4 in the top of the 10th, so Phillies score 5 in the bottom of the 10th to win 15-14
A blimp is moored to the Empire State Building in New York City
The Empire State Building is a 102-story, Art Deco-style supertall skyscraper in the Midtown South neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City, United States.
30.8 cm of rainfall in Westerly, Rhode Island (state record)
30.8 cm of rainfall in Westerly, Rhode Island (state record)
American actor Henry Fonda (31) weds Canadian-American socialite Frances Ford Seymour (28) at Christ Church, New York Ci
American actor Henry Fonda (31) weds Canadian-American socialite Frances Ford Seymour (28) at Christ Church, New York City, until her death in1950
British racing driver George Eyston sets a world auto speed record at 357.5 mph
British racing driver George Eyston sets a world auto speed record at 357.5 mph
the New York Yankees clinch their 11th and 4th successive pennant by finishing with a 106-45 record
the New York Yankees clinch their 11th and 4th successive pennant by finishing with a 106-45 record
Japanese attack on Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, repelled
The New Guinea Volunteer Rifles (NGVR) was an infantry battalion of the Australian Army.
Montgomery's 8th army links up with invading forces in Salerno
The Eighth Army was a field army of the British Army during the Second World War. It was formed as the Western Army on 10 September 1941, in Egypt, before being renamed the Army of the Nile and then...
Barometric pressure at 856 mb (25.55") off Okinawa (record low)
Barometric pressure at 856 mb (25.55") off Okinawa (record low)
Ard Schenk is born
Ard Schenk is born
John Cobb sets a world auto speed record at 394.2 mph
John Cobb sets a world auto speed record at 394.2 mph
KABC TV channel 7 in Los Angeles, CA (ABC) begins broadcasting
Los Angeles (often referred to by its initials, LA) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of California, and the commercial, financial, and cultural center of Southern California.
Rosemary Casals is born
Rosemary Casals is born
Cleveland Browns (formerly AAFC) play their first NFL game, defeating Philadelphia 35-10
Throughout its history, the National Football League (NFL) and other rival American football leagues have used several different formats to determine their league champions, including a period of...
US National League umpire Frank Dascoli clears the Dodgers bench, ejecting 15 players
US National League umpire Frank Dascoli clears the Dodgers bench, ejecting 15 players
AL approves St. Louis Browns' move to become Baltimore Orioles
The St. Louis Browns were a Major League Baseball team that originated in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as the Milwaukee Brewers. A charter member of the American League (AL), the Brewers moved to St.
CKLW TV channel 9 in Windsor, ON (CBC) begins broadcasting
CKLW TV channel 9 in Windsor, ON (CBC) begins broadcasting
Bauer and Berra hit home runs in the 9th, beating the Red Sox 5-4 and taking over first
Bauer and Berra hit home runs in the 9th, beating the Red Sox 5-4 and taking over first
Yankee Mickey Mantle pulls a hamstring muscle while running out a bunt
Yankee Mickey Mantle pulls a hamstring muscle while running out a bunt
Los Angeles City Council approves a 300-acre site in Chavez Ravine for the Dodgers
Los Angeles City Council approves a 300-acre site in Chavez Ravine for the Dodgers
Coup in Thailand deposes Premier Songgram
Coup in Thailand deposes Premier Songgram
David Copperfield is born
David Copperfield is born
Orel Hershiser is born
Orel Hershiser, American athlete, known for american baseball player and analyst, was born on 1959-09-16.
Amos Alonzo Stagg retires as a football coach at 98 years old after a 70-year career that included his final coaching ro
Amos Alonzo Stagg retires as a football coach at 98 years old after a 70-year career that included his final coaching role as the kicking coach at Stockton Junior College
Milwaukee Braves' future Hall of Fame pitcher Warren Spahn no-hits the Philadelphia Phillies 4-0 at County Stadium
The Milwaukee Braves were a Major League Baseball club that played in Milwaukee, from 1953 to 1965, having previously played in Boston, Massachusetts, as the Boston Braves.
Tim Raines is born
Tim Raines athlete, known for american baseball player, was born on 1960-09-16. Timothy Raines Sr., nicknamed "Rock", is an American professional baseball coach and former player.
CDU loses West Germany election
A federal election was held in West Germany on 17 September 1961 to elect the members of the fourth Bundestag. The CDU/CSU remained the largest faction, winning 242 of the 499 seats.
Brian Kilby wins the marathon in 2:23:18.8 at the British Empire and Commonwealth Games
Brian Kilby wins the marathon in 2:23:18.8 at the British Empire and Commonwealth Games
Federation of Malaysia formed by Malaya, Singapore, British North Borneo (Sabah) and Sarawak
Malaya, officially the Federation of Malaya, was a country in Southeast Asia from 1948 to 1963. It succeeded the Malayan Union and, before that, British Malaya.
"The Outer Limits" premieres on ABC-TV
"The Outer Limits" premieres on ABC-TV
"Shindig" premieres on ABC-TV
"Shindig" premieres on ABC-TV
Boston Red Sox's Dave Morehead throw a no-hitter against Cleveland Indians, winning 2-0
Boston Red Sox's Dave Morehead throw a no-hitter against Cleveland Indians, winning 2-0
Metropolitan Opera House opens in Lincoln Center, New York City, with Leontyne Price as Cleopatra in "Antony and Cleopat
Metropolitan Opera House opens in Lincoln Center, New York City, with Leontyne Price as Cleopatra in "Antony and Cleopatra" by Samuel Barber
American "Gilligan's Island" actor Bob Denver (32) weds second wife Jean Webber; divorce in 1970
American "Gilligan's Island" actor Bob Denver (32) weds second wife Jean Webber; divorce in 1970
Anni Pede runs the women's world record marathon in 3:07:26
Anni Pede runs the women's world record marathon in 3:07:26
KLNI (now KADN) TV channel 15 in Lafayette, LA (IND) begins broadcasting
KLNI (now KADN) TV channel 15 in Lafayette, LA (IND) begins broadcasting
Marc Anthony is born
Marc Anthony, American musician, known for american singer, was born on 1969-09-16. Marco Antonio Muñiz, known by the stage name Marc Anthony, is an American singer and actor.
King Hussein of Jordan forms military government
Hussein bin Talal al-Hashimi (14 November 1935 – 7 February 1999) was King of Jordan from 1952 until his death in 1999.
A number of Unionists resign over the proposed tripartite talks involving Northern Ireland, the UK, and the Republic of
A number of Unionists resign over the proposed tripartite talks involving Northern Ireland, the UK, and the Republic of Ireland
First TV series about mixed marriage, "Bridget Loves Bernie," premieres
First TV series about mixed marriage, "Bridget Loves Bernie," premieres
Amy Poehler is born
Amy Poehler, American actress and comedian, known for american actress and comedian, was born on 1972-09-16.
Buffalo running back O.J. Simpson rushes for a then-NFL-record 250 yards in the Bills' 31-13 win at New England
The 1973 Buffalo Bills season was the 14th season for the team and their 4th season in the National Football League (NFL).
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) begins regular rail service crossing under the San Francisco Bay, through the Transbay Tub
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) begins regular rail service crossing under the San Francisco Bay, through the Transbay Tube
MLB Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Rennie Stennett is second to hit 7-for-7 in a 9-inning MLB game in a 22-0 rout of
MLB Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Rennie Stennett is second to hit 7-for-7 in a 9-inning MLB game in a 22-0 rout of Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field in Chicago
American Episcopal Church approves the ordination of women as priests and bishops
The ordination of women to ministerial or priestly office is an increasingly common practice among some contemporary major religious groups.
90-minute pilot of "Logan's Run" premieres on TV
90-minute pilot of "Logan's Run" premieres on TV
Maria Callas dies
Maria Callas, American american-born greek soprano, known for american-born greek soprano, died on 1977-09-16.
7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes near Tabas, central Iran, killing an estimated 15,000 to 25,000 people
7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes near Tabas, central Iran, killing an estimated 15,000 to 25,000 people
"Rapper's Delight," the debut single by hip-hop trio Sugar Hill Gang, is released by Sugar Hill Records
"Rapper's Delight" is a 1979 rap song that serves as the debut single of American hip-hop trio the Sugarhill Gang, produced by Sylvia Robinson.
Massacre of over 1,000 Palestinian refugees at Sabra and Shatila begins
From 16 to 18 September 1982, between 1,300 and 3,500 civilians—mostly Palestinians and Lebanese Shias—were killed in Beirut's Sabra neighbourhood and the adjacent Shatila refugee camp by the...
Fan Bingbing is born
Fan Bingbing is born
Fire in Kinross gold mine in Transvaal, South Africa, kills 177
Fire in Kinross gold mine in Transvaal, South Africa, kills 177
California's Bob Boone catches his record 1,919th major league game
California's Bob Boone catches his record 1,919th major league game
Cincinnati Reds Tom Browning pitches a perfect game, beating LA Dodgers 1-0
The Cincinnati Reds are an American professional baseball team based in Cincinnati. The Reds compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (NL) Central Division.
14th Toronto International Film Festival: "Roger & Me" directed by Michael Moore wins the People's Choice Award
Roger & Me is a 1989 American documentary film written, produced, directed by, and starring Michael Moore, in his directorial debut.
Norm Charlton is suspended for seven days for intentionally hitting Steve Scioscia with a pitch
Norm Charlton is suspended for seven days for intentionally hitting Steve Scioscia with a pitch
die in floods in Pakistan
The 1992 India–Pakistan floods was a deadly flood caused by a five days long heavy monsoon rains and severe weather that occurred on 7 September 1992 across the north-Pakistan of Azad Kashmir,...
Minnesota Twins' Dave Winfield becomes the 19th player to achieve 3,000 hits
Minnesota Twins' Dave Winfield becomes the 19th player to achieve 3,000 hits
Nick Jonas is born
Nick Jonas, American singer, known for american singer, was born on 1993-09-16. Nicholas Jerry Jonas is an American singer, songwriter and actor.
Fire Department puts out smokey electrical fire in the White House
Fire Department puts out smokey electrical fire in the White House
Greg Maddux of the Braves sets a record with 17 consecutive road victories
This article details the history of the Atlanta Braves, which concerns the evolution of the Major League Baseball team Atlanta Braves over time. The Braves played in Boston from their inception in...
MLB Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor becomes the 21st player to reach 3,000 hits
MLB Minnesota Twins' Paul Molitor becomes the 21st player to reach 3,000 hits
Apple Computer Inc. names co-founder Steve Jobs as interim CEO
Steven Paul Jobs (February 24, 1955 – October 5, 2011) was an American businessman, co-inventor, and investor.
American Basketball League MVP Nikki McCray signs with the WNBA
The American Basketball League, often abbreviated to the ABL of 1996 was a professional women's basketball league in the United States.
Mark McGwire signs with the St. Louis Cardinals for $26 million
Mark David McGwire, nicknamed "Big Mac", is an American former professional baseball first baseman who played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1986 to 2001 for the Oakland Athletics and...
14.8 inches (37.6 cm) of rainfall from Hurricane Floyd at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (state record)
14.8 inches (37.6 cm) of rainfall from Hurricane Floyd at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (state record)
Sammy Sosa becomes the second player to hit 50 or more home runs in three consecutive years, joining Mark McGwire
Samuel Peralta Sosa is a Dominican former professional baseball right fielder. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for 18 seasons, primarily with the Chicago Cubs.
Camorra Mafia boss Paolo Di Lauro is arrested in Naples
Paolo Di Lauro is an Italian crime boss, leader of the Di Lauro Clan, a Camorra crime organization.
14 people are killed and 7 wounded by a roadside bomb Jandol, Turkey
14 people are killed and 7 wounded by a roadside bomb Jandol, Turkey
12 people are killed after a gunman opens fire at a naval yard in Washington, D.C.
The Washington Navy Yard shooting occurred on September 16, 2013, when 34-year-old Aaron Alexis fatally shot 12 people and injured three others in a mass shooting at the headquarters of the Naval Sea...
million malaria cases prevented in Africa since 2000, according to a report by the University of Oxford in the "Nature"
million malaria cases prevented in Africa since 2000, according to a report by the University of Oxford in the "Nature" journal
Second Republican presidential candidates debate, hosted by CNN, features Carly Fiorina and Donald Trump facing off at t
Second Republican presidential candidates debate, hosted by CNN, features Carly Fiorina and Donald Trump facing off at the Reagan Presidential Library
Chris Sharma free solos Alasha in Mallorca, Spain, the world's first 9a+ (5.15a) deep-water solo route
Chris Omprakash Sharma is an American rock climber who is considered one of the greatest and most influential climbers in the history of the sport.
New Zealand All Blacks rugby union team hands South Africa their biggest test match defeat in history, beating the Sprin
New Zealand All Blacks rugby union team hands South Africa their biggest test match defeat in history, beating the Springboks 57-0 in Rugby Championship round in Albany, NZ
Cycling land speed record is broken for men and women by Denise Mueller-Korenek, who rides at 183.932 mph (296.010 km/h)
Cycling land speed record is broken for men and women by Denise Mueller-Korenek, who rides at 183.932 mph (296.010 km/h) at Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, making her the first and only woman to hold the overall title
Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes sets an NFL record of 10 touchdowns in first 2 weeks of a season, torching Pitts
Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes sets an NFL record of 10 touchdowns in first 2 weeks of a season, torching Pittsburgh’s secondary with 6 TD passes; leads Chiefs to 42-37 victory on the road
50,000 workers at General Motors go on strike in the US over pay and factory closings
50,000 workers at General Motors go on strike in the US over pay and factory closings
Britain's Kew Gardens sets a world record for the largest living plant collection (16,900) on a single site, according t
Britain's Kew Gardens sets a world record for the largest living plant collection (16,900) on a single site, according to Guinness World Records
A massive rockslide in Greenland creates a tsunami wave in the Dickson Fjord that shakes the earth for nine days [1]
A massive rockslide in Greenland creates a tsunami wave in the Dickson Fjord that shakes the earth for nine days [1]
Alternative rock band "Jane’s Addiction" cancels final month of concert tour, citing a need to take some time away from
Alternative rock band "Jane’s Addiction" cancels final month of concert tour, citing a need to take some time away from each other three days after singer Perry Farrell's on stage altercation with guitarist Dave Navarro [1]
Jerry Greenfield of Ben & Jerry’s resigns from the ice cream maker he co-founded in 1978, citing corporate parent compan
Jerry Greenfield of Ben & Jerry’s resigns from the ice cream maker he co-founded in 1978, citing corporate parent company Unilever's curbing of the brand's activism [1]