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September 2001

September in History
Compiled by Chris Rowan

Labor Day
On September 5, 1882, the Central Labor Union, an association of 36 unions, held the first Labor Day Parade in New York City. In 1894, Labor Day was observed as a federal holiday for the first time–on the first Monday in September. The day honors America’s workers.

Other Firsts
On September 8, 1565, the first European settlement in what became the United States was established in what is now St. Augustine, Florida.

World History
In 1939 (on Sept. 1) Germany invaded Poland, beginning World War II.
In 1945 (on Sept. 2) the Japanese signed a surrender aboard the USS Missouri, formally ending World War II.
In 1983 (on Sept.1) the Soviet Union shot down a Korean passenger airline, Flight 007, killing all 269 persons aboard, including 69 Americans.

American History
In 1774 (on Sept. 5) the first Continental Congress met in Philadelphia.
In 1776 (on Sept. 22) Revolutionay War hero Nathan Hale was hanged by the British in New York City.
In 1787 (on Sept. 17) the U.S. Constitution was signed.
In 1974 (on Sept. 8) President Ford pardoned former President Nixon for all crimes he “committed or may have committed” as President.

 

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