Other Notable Events for September 10

History & Quotes / September 10, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1813, U.S. naval units under the command of Capt. Oliver Perry defeated a British squadron in the Battle of Lake Erie.

In 1823, Simon Bolivar, who led the wars for ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for September 10

History & Quotes / September 10, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Pope Julius III in 1487
- fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli in 1890
- dancer Adele Astaire in 1896
- Hall of Fame golfer Arnold Palmer in 1929
- fashion...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / September 10, 2024

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 10, the 254th day of 2024 with 112 to follow.

The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.

This Day in History, September 10

History & Quotes / September 10, 2024

On September 10th, 1913, the first paved coast-to-coast U.S. highway opened.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / September 09, 2024

A thought for the day: If you want to be a singer, you've got to concentrate on it 24 hours a day. You can't be a well driller, too. -- American musician Otis Redding

Other Notable Events for September 9

History & Quotes / September 09, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1543, Mary Stuart is crowned Mary Queen of Scots at 9 months old.

In 1776, the second Continental Congress officially changed the new American nation's name from United ...Read More