September 7

    What happened on September 7 in history

    8 events fall on September 7, from 1191 to 1979. 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 7

    1. 1191

      The Battle of Arsuf

      Richard the Lionheart defeats Saladin on the coast of Palestine.

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    2. 1776

      The first submarine attack

      The Turtle tries and fails to attach a charge to a British warship in New York harbour.

      Read about Washington Crossing the DelawarePlay the Exploration & revolution round

    3. 1822

      Brazil declares independence

      Pedro I proclaims separation from Portugal beside the Ipiranga brook.

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    4. 1901

      The Boxer Protocol

      China signs the settlement ending the Boxer Rebellion.

      Read about Wright Brothers' First Powered FlightPlay the 20th century round

    5. 1936

      The last thylacine dies

      The final Tasmanian tiger in captivity dies at Hobart zoo.

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    6. 1940

      The Blitz begins

      The Luftwaffe bombs London for fifty-seven consecutive nights.

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    7. 1977

      The Panama Canal treaties

      Carter and Torrijos sign the agreement returning the canal to Panama.

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    8. 1979

      ESPN goes on air

      The first all-sports cable network launches from Bristol, Connecticut.

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