Significant Historical Events Mark September 3rd
From the end of the Revolutionary War to the first federal Labor Day, September 3rd is notable for multiple landmark moments.
- The Treaty of Paris, signed on September 3, 1783, ended the Revolutionary War and recognized U.S. sovereignty.
- The United States celebrated its first federal Labor Day holiday on this date in 1894.
- In 1935, Sir Malcolm Campbell became the first person to drive a car over 300 mph.
- Allied forces invaded Italy during World War II on September 3, 1943.
- Walmart announced changes to its ammunition sales policy following a deadly shooting in 2019.