What Happened on September 19?
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EVENTS ON SEPTEMBER 19
Explore the most important historical events that happened on September 19, featuring key moments that shaped the world.
Women's suffrage in New Zealand
Year:
1893
In New Zealand, the Electoral Act of 1893 is consented to by the governor, giving all women in New Zealand the right to vote.
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Shiloh Baptist Church stampede
Year:
1902
A stampede at Shiloh Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, leads to the death of 115 attendees.
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Franco-Prussian War
Year:
1870
Franco-Prussian War: The siege of Paris begins. The city held out for over four months before surrendering.
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Glorious Revolution (Spain)
Year:
1868
La Gloriosa begins in Spain.
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Third Battle of Winchester
Year:
1864
American Civil War: Union troops under Philip Sheridan defeat a Confederate force commanded by Jubal Early. With over 50,000 troops engaged, it was the largest battle fought in the Shenandoah Valley.
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World War I
Year:
1916
World War I: During the East African Campaign, colonial forces of the Belgian Congo (Force Publique) under the command of Charles Tombeur capture the town of Tabora after heavy fighting.
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World War II
Year:
1939
World War II: The Battle of Kępa Oksywska concludes, with Polish losses reaching roughly 14% of all the forces engaged.
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Council of Europe
Year:
1946
The Council of Europe is founded following a speech by Winston Churchill at the University of Zurich.
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BIRTHS ON SEPTEMBER 19
Discover famous people and historical figures born on September 19, including leaders, artists, scientists, and cultural icons.
Stefanie Zweig
Year of birth:
1932
Stefanie Zweig, German journalist and author (died 2014)
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Mike Royko
Year of birth:
1932
Mike Royko, American journalist and author (died 1997)
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Derek Gardner (designer)
Year of birth:
1931
Derek Gardner, English engineer (died 2011)
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Muhal Richard Abrams
Year of birth:
1930
Muhal Richard Abrams, American pianist, composer, and educator (died 2017)
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Bettye Lane
Year of birth:
1930
Bettye Lane, American photographer and journalist (died 2012)
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David McCallum
Year of birth:
1933
David McCallum, Scottish actor (died 2023)
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Gilles Archambault
Year of birth:
1933
Gilles Archambault, Canadian journalist and author
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Al Oerter
Year of birth:
1936
Al Oerter, American discus thrower (died 2007)
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DEATHS ON SEPTEMBER 19
Look back at notable individuals who passed away on September 19, and learn about their lasting influences on history.
Condé Nast (businessman)
Year of death:
1942
Condé Montrose Nast, American publisher, founded Condé Nast Publications (born 1873)
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Guy Gibson
Year of death:
1944
Guy Gibson, British commander, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1918)
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Nikos Skalkottas
Year of death:
1949
Nikos Skalkottas, Greek violinist and composer (born 1901)
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John Dingell Sr.
Year of death:
1955
John D. Dingell Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1894)
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Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande
Year of death:
1936
Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande, Indian singer and musicologist (born 1860)
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Konstantin Tsiolkovsky
Year of death:
1935
Konstantin Tsiolkovsky, Russian scientist and engineer (born 1857)
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Maria Georgina Grey
Year of death:
1906
Maria Georgina Grey, English educator, founded the Girls' Day School Trust (born 1816)
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Alick Bannerman
Year of death:
1924
Alick Bannerman, Australian cricketer and coach (born 1854)
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HOLIDAYS ON SEPTEMBER 19
See which holidays, observances, and special celebrations take place on September 19 around the world.
September 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Christian feast day: September 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
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Fiestas Patrias (Chile)
Second day of Fiestas Patrias (Chile)
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List of national independence days
Independence Day, celebrates the independence of Saint Kitts and Nevis from the United Kingdom in 1983.
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International Talk Like a Pirate Day
International Talk Like a Pirate Day
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Alonso de Orozco Mena
Christian feast day: Alonso de Orozco Mena
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Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon
Christian feast day: Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon
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Goeric of Metz
Christian feast day: Goeric of Metz
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Émilie de Rodat
Christian feast day: Emilie de Rodat
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