TODAY IN HISTORY: SEPTEMBER 25

 

September 25

 September 25 is an important day in history as it marks several significant events that have shaped the world we live in today. From political milestones to cultural celebrations, this date holds great significance for various reasons. In this article, we will explore some of the events that occurred on September 25 throughout history.

One of the most notable events that took place on September 25 is the signing of the Treaty of Portsmouth in 1905. This treaty ended the Russo-Japanese War, which had been ongoing since 1904. The treaty was mediated by United States President Theodore Roosevelt, and it brought an end to the conflict between Russia and Japan. This event was crucial as it established America as a global peace mediator and played a significant role in shaping international relations.

On a cultural note, September 25 is also celebrated as National One-Hit Wonder Day. This day is dedicated to honoring musicians and artists who have achieved significant success with only one popular song. It is a reminder of the impact that a single hit can have on an artist's career and the lasting impression it can leave on the music industry.

In the field of science, September 25 stands out for the discovery of the dwarf planet Pluto. On this day in 1846, astronomer Johann Galle first identified Pluto, which was considered the ninth planet in our solar system until its reclassification as a dwarf planet in 2006. This discovery opened up new avenues for exploration and expanded our understanding of the vast universe we inhabit.

September 25 is also significant in the realm of sports, particularly for those who follow American football. It marks the birthdate of legendary NFL quarterback Joe Montana. Montana is considered one of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of the game and has won four Super Bowl championships with the San Francisco 49ers. His impact on the sport and his contributions to the game have cemented his legacy in football history.

Moreover, September 25 was an important day in the fight against apartheid in South Africa. In 1989, a nationwide anti-apartheid protest named the "Cost-of-Living- Protest" took place on this day. Thousands of South Africans participated in this demonstration, demanding an end to racial segregation and economic inequality. This event highlighted the determination of the South African people to bring about change and played a significant role in the eventual dismantling of apartheid.

In conclusion, September 25 holds much historical and cultural significance. From the signing of the Treaty of Portsmouth to the celebration of National One-Hit Wonder Day, this date showcases a variety of impactful events. Whether it is in the realms of politics, culture, science, or sports, September 25 has left an indelible mark on the world. It serves as a reminder of the progress we have made as a global society and the importance of continuing to strive for positive change.

Here are some more events of this day:

275 – For the last time, the Roman Senate chooses an emperor; they elect 75-year-old Marcus Claudius Tacitus.

762 – Led by Muhammad al-Nafs al-Zakiyya, the Hasanid branch of the Alids begins the Alid Revolt against the Abbasid Caliphate.

1066 – In the Battle of Stamford Bridge, Harald Hardrada, the invading King of Norway, is defeated by King Harold II of England.

1237 – England and Scotland sign the Treaty of York, establishing the location of their common border.

1396 – Ottoman Emperor Bayezid I defeats a Christian army at the Battle of Nicopolis.

1513 – Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa reaches what would become known as the Pacific Ocean.

1555 – The Peace of Augsburg is signed by Emperor Charles V and the princes of the Schmalkaldic League.

1690 – Publick Occurrences Both Forreign and Domestick, the first newspaper to appear in the Americas, is published for the first and only time.

1768 – Unification of Nepal

1775 – American Revolution: Ethan Allen surrenders to British forces after attempting to capture Montreal during the Battle of Longue-Pointe.

1775 – American Revolution: Benedict Arnold's expedition to Quebec sets off.

1789 – The United States Congress passes twelve constitutional amendments: the ten known as the Bill of Rights, the (unratified) Congressional Apportionment Amendment, and the Congressional Compensation Amendment.

1790 – Four Great Anhui Troupes introduce Anhui opera to Beijing in honor of the Qianlong Emperor's eightieth birthday.

1804 – The Teton Sioux (a subdivision of the Lakota) demand one of the boats from the Lewis and Clark Expedition as a toll for allowing the expedition to move further upriver.

1868 – The Imperial Russian steam frigate Alexander Nevsky is shipwrecked off Jutland while carrying Grand Duke Alexei Alexandrovich of Russia.

1890 – The United States Congress establishes Sequoia National Park.

1906 – Leonardo Torres y Quevedo demonstrates the Telekino, guiding a boat from the shore, in what is considered to be the first use of a remote control.

1911 – An explosion of badly degraded propellant charges on board the French battleship Liberté detonates the forward ammunition magazines and destroys the ship.

1912 – Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism is founded in New York City.

1915 – World War I: The Second Battle of Champagne begins.

1918 – World War I: The end of the Battle of Megiddo, the climax of the British Army's Sinai and Palestine campaign under General Edmund Allenby.

1926 – The international Convention to Suppress the Slave Trade and Slavery is first signed.

1937 – Second Sino-Japanese War: The Chinese Eighth Route Army gains a minor, but morale-boosting victory in the Battle of Pingxingguan.

1944 – World War II: Surviving elements of the British 1st Airborne Division withdraw from Arnhem via Oosterbeek.

1955 – The Royal Jordanian Air Force is founded.

1956 – TAT-1, the first submarine transatlantic telephone cable system, is inaugurated.

1957 – Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, is integrated by the use of United States Army troops.

1959 – Solomon Bandaranaike, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, is mortally wounded by a Buddhist monk, Talduwe Somarama, and dies the next day.

1962 – The People's Democratic Republic of Algeria is formally proclaimed. Ferhat Abbas is elected President of the provisional government.

1962 – The North Yemen Civil War begins when Abdullah al-Sallal dethrones the newly crowned Imam al-Badr and declares Yemen a republic under his presidency.

1963 – Lord Denning releases the UK government's official report on the Profumo affair.

1964 – The Mozambican War of Independence against Portugal begins.

1969 – The charter establishing the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation is signed.

1974 – Dr. Frank Jobe performs first ulnar collateral ligament replacement surgery (better known as Tommy John surgery) on baseball player Tommy John.

1977 – About 4,200 people take part in the first running of the Chicago Marathon.

1978 – PSA Flight 182, a Boeing 727, collides in mid-air with a Cessna 172 and crashes in San Diego, killing all 135 aboard Flight 182, both occupants of the Cessna, as well as seven people on the ground. 

1981 – Belize joins the United Nations.

1983 – Thirty-eight IRA prisoners, armed with six handguns, hijack a prison meals lorry and smash their way out of the Maze Prison.

1987 – Fijian Governor-General Penaia Ganilau is overthrown in a coup d'état led by Lieutenant colonel Sitiveni Rabuka.

1992 – NASA launches the Mars Observer. Eleven months later, the probe would fail while preparing for orbital insertion.

1998 – PauknAir Flight 4101, a British Aerospace 146, crashes near Melilla Airport in Melilla, Spain, killing 38 people.

2003 – The 8.3 M_w  Hokkaidō earthquake strikes just offshore Hokkaidō, Japan.

2018 – Bill Cosby is sentenced to three to ten years in prison for aggravated sexual assault.