On This Day - September 25
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Ready to take a trip down memory lane? Let's look back at some of the most significant events in history that happened on this day, starting with...
1775: Capture of Ethan Allen
American Revolutionary War hero Ethan Allen was taken prisoner during a failed attempt to seize Montreal, a setback for the patriot cause in Canada.
1789: Bill of Rights Proposed
The US Congress formally submitted the Bill of Rights—ten amendments designed to safeguard individual liberties—for ratification by the states.
1890: Sequoia National Park Established
President Benjamin Harrison designated Sequoia National Park in California, making it the first national park in the state and the second in the nation.
1957: Little Rock Nine Attend Classes
The Little Rock Nine endured their first full day of classes at Central High School, a landmark moment in the battle for school desegregation in the United States.
1961: Premiere of The Hustler
Robert Rossen’s film The Hustler, starring Paul Newman as pool shark “Fast” Eddie Felson, premiered in Washington, D.C., earning acclaim for its gritty storytelling.
1962: Sonny Liston’s Knockout Victory
Boxer Sonny Liston became world heavyweight champion by defeating Floyd Patterson with a stunning first-round knockout in Chicago.
1970: The Partridge Family Debuted
The musical sitcom The Partridge Family premiered on ABC, introducing audiences to the fictional family band and propelling David Cassidy to stardom.
Do you remember any of these events? Or do you have more events (historical or not!) you'd like to share with the community? Post them below and let's reminisce together!
