September 4th: This Day In History (world history).
September 4th has witnessed a number of significant events throughout history, shaping various aspects of our world. From technological advancements to political and social shifts, this day has left an indelible mark on human civilization.
we will explore some of the most notable occurrences that have taken place on September 4th.
1.The establishment of the Society of Jesus (1540): The Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuits, is a religious order within the Catholic Church. Their establishment on September 4th marked a significant moment in Catholic history.
2. The death of Pope Innocent III (1216): Pope Innocent III was a powerful and influential pope who oversaw the Fourth Crusade and the Albigensian Crusade. His death on September 4th marked the end of a significant era in Catholic history.
3. Mother Teresa’s Canonisation (2016): On September 4, 2016, Mother Teresa, a Roman Catholic nun known for her humanitarian work, was canonised by Pope Francis.
4. September 4th, 1886: Surrender of Geronimo: The Apache leader Geronimo surrendered to U.S. General Nelson A. Miles in Arizona, effectively ending the Apache Wars and marking the last significant Native American resistance to U.S. expansion.
5. 1888 – George Eastman Registers the Trademark “Kodak”: George Eastman patented his roll-film camera and registered the trademark “Kodak,” which would become one of the most recognised brands in photography.
6. 1998 – Google launched: Larry Page and Sergey Brin officially founded Google, which would go on to become the world’s leading search engine and one of the most influential technology companies.
7. 476 AD – Odoacer Becomes King of Italy: Following the deposition of Romulus Augustulus, Odoacer, a Germanic chieftain, declared himself King of Italy, marking the end of the Western Roman Empire.
8. September 4th, 1998 – The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) was established. ICANN was established to manage the assignment of domain names and IP addresses, playing a crucial role in the structure of the Internet.
9. 1923 – Maiden Flight of USS Los Angeles: The USS Los Angeles (ZR-3), a rigid airship built by the Zeppelin Company in Germany, made its maiden flight. It was later delivered to the U.S. Navy and became one of the most successful aircraft in history.
10. 1882 – First Electric Lighting in New York City: Thomas Edison’s Pearl Street Station in New York City began generating electricity, providing power to customers and marking the first time an entire district was lit by electricity.
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