September 7, 2024 Important News Ev
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A number of interesting historical events have taken place on September 7. Decisive moments that shaped world history occurred on this day: Napoleon’s forces narrowly triumphed at the Battle of Borodino (1812), Brazil declared its independence (1822), the Boxer Rebellion ended in China (1901), and ESPN revolutionized sports broadcasting (1979). From the signing of the Torrijos-Carter Treaties (1977) to the tragic death of Tupac Shakur (1996), these events left a lasting impact. Check out the top events that took place on September 7 and improve your history level!
1812: The Battle of Borodino
Napoleon’s French army narrowly defeated Russian forces led by Mikhail Illarionovich Kutuzov in the fierce Battle of Borodino.
1822: Independence of Brazil
Dom Pedro I declared the independence of Brazil, separating itself from Portuguese rule.
1860: Garibaldi’s triumph in Naples
Giuseppe Garibaldi marched to Naples, Italy, and declared himself the “dictator of the Two Sicilies.”
1860: Birth of Grandma Moses
American folk artist Grandma Moses, famous for her simple yet vivid depictions of rural life, was born.
1901: End of the Boxer Rebellion
The Boxer Rebellion, a violent uprising in China aimed at expelling foreign influence, officially ended with the signing of the Boxer Protocol.
1921: The first Miss America pageant
The inaugural Miss America pageant, originally known as the Intercity Beauty Pageant, took place in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and 16-year-old Margaret Gorman was crowned the first winner.
1936: Extinction of the Tasmanian tiger
On 7 September 1936, the last known Tasmanian tiger, Benjamin, died in captivity at Hobart Zoo, marking the extinction of the species due to overhunting and the introduction of invasive species.
1940: The Blitz begins
The German Luftwaffe began a relentless bombing campaign on London, known as the Blitz, attacking the city for 57 consecutive nights and causing significant destruction and loss of life.
1963: Opening of the Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Pro Football Hall of Fame opened in Canton, Ohio, inducting its first members, including Jim Thorpe and George Halas.
1977: Signing of the Torrijos-Carter Treaties
The United States and Panama signed the Torrijos-Carter Treaties, transferring control of the Panama Canal to Panama and marking a significant shift in global maritime power.
1979: ESPN launches
ESPN, a pioneering cable network devoted entirely to sports, made its debut on American television.
1996: Tupac Shakur was shot dead
Renowned rapper and actor Tupac Shakur was shot and killed by an unidentified assailant and died six days later, marking a significant loss in the music world.
2005: Mubarak wins elections in Egypt
Hosni Mubarak won Egypt’s first multi-candidate presidential election amid low voter turnout and allegations of electoral irregularities.
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