September 23

    What happened on September 23 in history

    5 events fall on September 23, from 1122 to 1962. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on September 23

    1. 1122

      The Concordat of Worms

      Pope and emperor settle who appoints bishops.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1846

      Neptune is discovered

      Berlin astronomers find the planet within a degree of a predicted position.

      Play the 19th century round

    3. 1889

      Nintendo is founded

      A Kyoto company begins making handmade playing cards.

      Read about Eiffel Tower Construction for World's FairPlay the 19th century round

    4. 1952

      The Checkers speech

      Nixon saves his place on the ticket in a televised address.

      Play the 20th century round

    5. 1962

      Lincoln Center opens

      Philharmonic Hall gives its first concert in New York.

      Read about Construction of the Berlin WallPlay the 20th century round

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