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History

On this day, September 15

Today in History

  • 2008 Lehman Brothers file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

    Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. filed for bankruptcy protection. This was the largest bankruptcy in US history.

  • 1981 John Bull becomes the oldest operable locomotive

    The steam locomotive manufactured by the British and operated in New Jersey, US became the world’s oldest and still operable locomotive when the Smithsonian operated it on this day. It was first put to use on September 15, 1831.

  • 1963 A Ku Klux Klan bomb kills 4 young African-American girls

    4 members of the white supremacy group, set off a timed bomb at the 16th Street Baptist Church, a predominantly black church in Birmingham, Alabama. The bombings marked a watershed moment in the Civil Rights Movement in America.

  • 1935 Nuremberg laws instituted by the Nazi party are put into force

    The laws revoked citizenship for Jews, forbade them from having relationships with people of non-Jewish origin and made the swastika the official symbol of Germany.

  • 1894 Battle of Pyongyang ends with decisive Japanese victory

    The battle was a major land battle took place between the forces of Meiji Japan and Qing China during the First Sino-Japanese War.

History

On this day September 13

Today in History

  • 1993 Oslo accords are signed

    Also known as Declaration of Principles on Interim Self-Government Arrangements, the Accords helped create the Palestinian interim self-government or the Palestinian National Authority (PNA) and called for the withdrawal of the Israeli Defence Forces from the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

  • 1974 French Ambassador is Kidnapped in the Hague

    3 members of the Japanese Red Army (JRA), a communist militant group that was formed in Lebanon, stormed the French Embassy in the Hague and took 10 hostages, including the French Ambassador. The siege ended after the militants’ demands for a release of another JRA member, cash, and a plane was met.

  • 1933 A Woman is Elected to New Zealand Parliament for the first time

    Elizabeth McCombs won the by-elections for the parliamentary seat of Lyttelton, which was held by her husband before he died in August 1933. New Zealand extended suffrage to women in 1893.

  • 1899 First Recorded Automobile Fatality in the US takes place

    Henry H. Bliss was struck by a taxi cab while crossing the street in New York City. He died the next day due to his injuries.

  • 1759 The Battle of Quebec is fought between the British and the French

    A key event in the Seven Years’ War that involved the great European powers at the time, the battle took place on the farm of Abraham Martin. Because of this, the battle is also often called the Battle of the Plains of Abraham. British troops under the command of General James Wolfe defeated the French in the very short, 15-minute long battle and took over Quebec. The Battle resulted in the French giving up their control over areas in present-day Canada and most of North America coming under the control of the British.

Crime

Triple Cruise Ship Day in Saint John!

What an exciting day for our beautiful port city of Saint John, New Brunswick! Today, we’re welcoming three majestic cruise ships: the Emerald Princess, Vision of the Seas, and the Volendam!

With thousands of passengers stepping ashore, the streets are alive with the buzz of travelers exploring our historic landmarks, local shops, and waterfront views. From Market Square to the Reversing Falls, there’s so much for everyone to enjoy!

🛳️ Emerald Princess – A luxury cruise liner, bringing elegance and adventure to our shores.

🛳️ Vision of the Seas – One of Royal Caribbean’s finest, with its sleek design and adventurous spirit.

🛳️ Volendam – Holland America’s beauty, adding a touch of class and charm to our harbor.

Welcome to Saint John, cruisers! Enjoy the local flavors, culture, and our maritime hospitality.