1774CE
Politics
First Continental Congress
The First Continental Congress assembles in Philadelphia to coordinate a response to British taxation policies.
Daily Chronicle
September 5
4 Historical Records
1946CE
Birth
Freddie Mercury Born
Freddie Mercury was a British singer and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Queen. He is regarded as one of the greatest frontmen in rock history, noted for his flamboyant stage presence and four-octave vocal range.
1975CE
Politics
Assassination Attempt on Ford
Lynette 'Squeaky' Fromme attempts to assassinate U.S. President Gerald Ford in Sacramento, California.
1977CE
Science
Voyager 1 Launched
NASA launches Voyager 1 on a mission to study the outer Solar System and interstellar space.