This Day in History, September 19

History & Quotes / September 19, 2024

On September 19th, 1900, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid committed their first crime together.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / September 18, 2024

A thought for the day: English philosopher Samuel Johnson said, A man should keep his friendships in constant repair.

Other Notable Events for September 18

History & Quotes / September 18, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1850, the U.S. Congress passed the Fugitive Slave Act, allowing slave owners to reclaim slaves who escaped into another state.

In 1927, the Columbia Broadcasting System was...Read More

Notable Birthdays for September 18

History & Quotes / September 18, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- English poet/lexicographer Samuel Johnson, writer of the first English dictionary, in 1709
- Pope Gregory XVI in 1765
- U.S. Supreme Court Justice Joseph Story in ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / September 18, 2024

Today is Wednesday, Sept. 18, the 262nd day of 2024 with 104 to follow.

The moon is waning. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus ...Read More

This Day in History, September 18

History & Quotes / September 18, 2024

On September 18th, 1809, the Royal Opera House in London opened.