It's fun to look back over the years and see the significance of certain dates. Here's a few to check out!
♦ 2012: On Sept.11, terrorists attack the U.S. embassy in Libya, killing 4 Americans.
♦ 2001: Nearly 3,000 die Sept. 11 when terrorists hijack and crash four U.S. jet airliners.
♦ 1971: Officers storm New York's Attica prison on Sept. 13, ending a 4-day revolt.
♦ 1963: After 7 seasons, the last episode of "Leave it to Beaver" airs Sept. 12.
♦ 1920: The National Football League is formed Sept.17 in Canton, OH.
♦ 1901: President William McKinley is shot and killed Sept. 14, in Buffalo, NY.
♦ 1814: On Sept.14, Francis Scott Key writes the words to "The Star-spangled Banner."
♦ 1609: Explorer Henry Hudson discovers Manhattan Island on Sept.14.
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