Significant Historical Events Marked in September
From the Little Rock Nine's escorted school entry to NFL player protests, these dates in history reflect pivotal moments.
- On September 25, 1957, the Little Rock Nine were escorted by U.S. Army troops to integrate Central High School in Arkansas.
- September 24, 2017, saw over 200 NFL players kneeling during the national anthem in protest, following criticism from President Trump.
- On September 16, 1893, the largest land run in U.S. history occurred as settlers claimed over 6 million acres in Oklahoma.
- In 1789, the first U.S. Congress adopted 12 amendments to the Constitution, ten of which became the Bill of Rights.
- September 16, 1810, marks the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence, initiated by Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla.