What happened on Tuesday September 17, 1901?

Here's what happened on September 17, 1901:

• Funeral of Assassinated President William McKinley The state funeral procession for President William McKinley was held, following his tragic assassination by anarchist Leon Czolgosz on September 6, 1901. The event marked a somber moment in American political history, with the nation mourning the loss of its leader.
• First Fatal Aviation Accident in History During an experimental flight demonstration at Fort Myer, Virginia, a biplane piloted by Orville Wright experienced a catastrophic mechanical failure. The aircraft fell from a height of 75 feet, resulting in the death of Lt. Thomas E. Selfridge, marking the first recorded fatality in powered flight history. Wright was also seriously injured in the accident.
• Battle of Blood River Poort during Second Boer War A Boer military column successfully defeated a British force at the Battle of Blood River Poort, demonstrating the tactical prowess of Boer commandos during the Second Boer War in South Africa.

Events in 1901

September 17, 1901: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 17, 1901

Newspapers from Sep. 17, 1901

September 17, 1901 was a Tuesday and it was the 260th day of the year 1901 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 17, 1901 can also be written as 9/17/1901 in the US and as 17/9/1901 in UK and Europe.

September 17, 1901 in September 1901 calendar

Famous people born on September 17, 1901:

• Francis Chichester

  Renowned English aviator and sailor who became famous for being the first person to sail single-handedly around the world, making a...

• Léon Lasson

  French astrologer known for his research in world astrology, particularly influenced by Michel Gauquelin's work.

Famous people born in 1901

Famous people born on September 17th

September 17, 1901: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 17, 1901 was In the Shade of the Palm by Harry Macdonough, according to the music chart for the week September 16th and September 22nd.

1. Harry Macdonough - In the Shade of the Palm
2. Len Spencer - Con Clancy's Christening

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 17th is Virgo.

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September 17, 1901: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 17, 1901 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 17, 1901 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 17, 1901 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on September 17, 1901 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 10:12 am and setting at 09:08 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 29, 1901 while the next full moon would come on Sep 28, 1901.

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Someone born on September 17, 1901 is:

123 years 7 months old,

or 1483 months and 16 days old,

or 6450 weeks and 4 days old,

or 45154 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 17, 1901?

There are 137 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday September 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 17, 1901?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on September 17, 1901.

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