Redwood National Park Established
On October 2, 1968, Lyndon B. Johnson signed legislation establishing Redwood National Park.
American History
The Little Rock Nine Enter High School Under Federal Protection
After being initially denied entrance to their school, the Little Rock Nine were escorted in by federal troops on September 25, 1957.
Devils Tower Becomes First American National Monument
On September 24, 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt declared Devils Tower in Wyoming to be the first National Monument under the Antiquities Act.
John Paul Jones Captures British Vessels
During a naval battle with the British, John Paul Jones refused to surrender and won an impressive victory on September 23, 1779.
Signing of the U.S. Constitution
On September 17, 1787, 39 delegates from 12 states signed the U.S. Constitution, laying the groundwork of our nation’s government.
President McKinley Dies
Eight days after being shot by an assassin at the Pan-American Expo, President McKinley died on September 14, 1901.
New York City Becomes America’s First Capital
On September 13, 1788, New York City was established as America’s first capital under the Constitution of the United States.
Geronimo Surrenders, Ending Major Indian Wars
After nearly 30 years fighting the Americans and Mexicans that invaded his home, Geronimo surrendered on September 4, 1886.
U.S. Treasury Department Founded
In the wake of the American Revolution, Congress established the Treasury Department on September 2, 1789.