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Major Events of September 1935: Key Historical Moments from the Month

Each month is marked by defining moments that shape the course of history. Whether through political shifts, cultural movements, or world-changing events, these periods leave a lasting impression. Dive into the most important events from September 1935 and discover how they influenced the world both then and now.

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Major Events of September 1935: Key Historical Moments from the Month

  • 01 Sep 1935 Birth of D. Wayne Lukas, Renowned Horse Trainer: D. Wayne Lukas was born in Antigo, Wisconsin. He would become one of the most successful and influential horse trainers in American thoroughbred racing history. Lukas is a Hall of Fame trainer who has won numerous prestigious races and trained multiple champion racehorses throughout his distinguished career.
  • 02 Sep 1935 Nuremberg Laws Enacted in Nazi Germany: The Nazi regime officially enacted the Nuremberg Laws, a set of antisemitic and racist legislation that stripped Jews of their German citizenship, prohibited intermarriage between Jews and non-Jews, and imposed severe discriminatory restrictions on Jewish life and civil rights.
  • 03 Sep 1935 Land Speed Record: First Car to Exceed 300 mph: Sir Malcolm Campbell set a groundbreaking land speed record by driving an automobile at 301.337 miles per hour on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, marking a significant milestone in automotive engineering and speed achievements.
  • 04 Sep 1935 Labor Day Hurricane of 1935: The Labor Day Hurricane of 1935 was the most intense hurricane in United States history at the time, making a devastating landfall at Cedar Key, Florida. This catastrophic Category 5 hurricane caused unprecedented destruction, resulting in the deaths of over 400 people, primarily among World War I veterans working on a federal infrastructure project in the Florida Keys. The hurricane's extreme wind speeds, estimated at over 185 miles per hour, and massive storm surge decimated entire communities, making it one of the deadliest natural disasters in American history.
  • 05 Sep 1935 Roosevelt Investigates Veterans' Hurricane Safety: President Franklin D. Roosevelt initiated a formal investigation to determine why adequate safety precautions were not implemented to protect veterans working in relief camps during a hurricane. This action underscored the administration's commitment to the welfare of veterans and the importance of emergency preparedness during the Great Depression era.
  • 06 Sep 1935 New York Judge Dismisses Bremen Incident Charges: New York judge Louis B. Brodsky dismissed charges against five of six individuals arrested in the July 26 Bremen incident. In a notable judicial statement, Brodsky condemned the Nazi regime, comparing the swastika to 'the black flag of piracy' and describing the Nazi government as 'a revolt against civilization.' This ruling highlighted the growing international criticism of Nazi Germany's policies.
  • 07 Sep 1935 Assassination of Huey Long: On September 7, 1935, Dr. Carl Weiss assassinated Huey P. Long, a prominent and controversial U.S. Senator from Louisiana known as 'The Kingfish', in a shocking shooting at the Louisiana State Capitol Building in Baton Rouge. Long, a powerful political figure who had significant influence in Louisiana state politics and was considered a potential presidential candidate, was critically wounded and died several days later. The assassination was a pivotal moment in American political history, cutting short the career of a polarizing populist leader who had both ardent supporters and fierce critics.
  • 08 Sep 1935 Assassination of Huey Long: U.S. Senator Huey P. Long, known as the 'Kingfish', was fatally shot in the Louisiana State Capitol building in Baton Rouge by Dr. Carl A. Weiss. Long was a powerful and controversial political figure known for his populist policies and opposition to President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal. He was shot while walking through the capitol, and died two days later on September 10, 1935.
  • 09 Sep 1935 President Roosevelt Condemns Assassination of Huey Long: On September 9, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued an official statement expressing his condemnation of the assassination of Senator Huey Long, a prominent and controversial political figure from Louisiana. Long had been shot on August 30, 1935, at the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge and died two days later. The statement reflected the national shock and political significance of Long's violent death.
  • 10 Sep 1935 Nazi Germany's 7th Party Congress Begins: The Nazi Party's 7th Party Congress commenced in Nuremberg on September 10, 1935. These annual rallies were significant propaganda events that showcased the Nazi Party's power, ideology, and military strength, often featuring massive displays of uniformed party members and military units.
  • 11 Sep 1935 Birth of Space Pioneer Gherman Titov: Gherman Titov, who would later become the second human to orbit the Earth in 1961, was born. He was a significant figure in the early Soviet space program and made crucial contributions to human space exploration.
  • 12 Sep 1935 Baltic States Sign Mutual Defense Treaty: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania signed the Treaty of Understanding and Cooperation, forming a strategic alliance primarily aimed at protecting themselves against potential threats from Nazi Germany.
  • 13 Sep 1935 Hitler's Provocative Hitler Youth Address: At the Nuremberg Rally, Adolf Hitler delivered a chilling speech to 50,000 Hitler Youth, emphasizing militaristic ideology and the importance of strength. His infamous quote, 'Friendship will be accorded only to the strong,' underscored the Nazi regime's emerging aggressive nationalist philosophy.
  • 14 Sep 1935 Hitler Addresses Hitler Youth at Nuremberg Rally: Adolf Hitler delivered a provocative speech to 50,000 Hitler Youth at the Nuremberg Rally, emphasizing militaristic and authoritarian principles. He proclaimed that 'friendship will be accorded only to the strong' and criticized democratic processes, instead promoting unquestioning obedience and national strength. This speech was a critical moment in Nazi indoctrination of youth.
  • 15 Sep 1935 Nuremberg Laws Enacted in Nazi Germany: On September 15, 1935, the Nazi regime officially implemented the Nuremberg Laws, a set of deeply discriminatory antisemitic legislation that systematically stripped German Jews of their citizenship rights and legal protections. These laws formalized racial discrimination, defining Jewish identity and establishing a legal framework for persecution, marking a critical escalation of state-sponsored racism in Nazi Germany.
  • 16 Sep 1935 Hitler Reviews Wehrmacht at Nuremberg Rally: Adolf Hitler conducted a formal military review of the Wehrmacht (German armed forces) on the concluding day of the 1935 Nuremberg Rally. This event was a powerful demonstration of Nazi Germany's growing military strength and Hitler's consolidation of power, taking place just months after the regime had begun openly rearming in violation of the Treaty of Versailles.
  • 17 Sep 1935 First Philippine Commonwealth Presidential Election: Manuel L. Quezon was democratically elected as the first President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines, a pivotal moment in the nation's journey towards independence from colonial rule.
  • 18 Sep 1935 Mussolini Rejects League of Nations Peace Proposal: In a defiant diplomatic moment, Italian dictator Benito Mussolini categorically rejected the League of Nations' peace proposal concerning the territories of Danakil and Ogaden. Mussolini dismissed the diplomatic overture with contempt, declaring that he would not be treated like 'a fool', signaling his aggressive stance towards international mediation and foreshadowing his expansionist ambitions in the Horn of Africa.
  • 19 Sep 1935 Rabbi Wise Appeals to League of Nations Against Nazi Persecution: Jewish leader Rabbi Stephen Samuel Wise made a significant diplomatic appeal to the League of Nations, urgently requesting intervention to stop the escalating persecution of Jews in Nazi Germany. This appeal came at a critical moment, shortly after the Nuremberg Laws were enacted, which systematically stripped Jewish citizens of their rights and began the process of legal discrimination and marginalization.
  • 20 Sep 1935 Pittsburgh Crawfords Win Negro National League Championship: On September 20, 1935, the Pittsburgh Crawfords defeated the New York Cubans 3-0 to claim the Negro National League Championship. This victory highlighted the exceptional baseball talent in the Negro Leagues during an era of racial segregation in professional sports.
  • 21 Sep 1935 A Quiet Day in 1935: While no specific major historical events were documented for September 21, 1935, this date falls during the interwar period, a time of significant global tension and transformation. The mid-1930s were characterized by rising fascism in Europe, economic recovery efforts following the Great Depression, and increasing geopolitical uncertainties that would eventually lead to World War II.
  • 22 Sep 1935 Mussolini Demands Territory in Abyssinia Crisis: Italian dictator Benito Mussolini outlined aggressive territorial demands during the Abyssinia (Ethiopia) Crisis, proposing to seize a substantial eastern portion of Ethiopian territory and effectively dismantle Ethiopia's military sovereignty by requiring its army to be reduced by half and placed under Italian military control.
  • 23 Sep 1935 Italy Mobilizes 200,000 Soldiers for Potential Conflict: Mussolini mobilized 200,000 Italian soldiers born between 1911 and 1914, bringing the total Italian army strength to the 1 million troops he had promised by October, signaling significant military preparation for potential conflict.
  • 24 Sep 1935 First Outdoor Electric-Lit Rodeo in Columbia, Mississippi: On September 24, 1935, brothers Earl and Weldon Bascom made rodeo history by organizing the first rodeo ever held outdoors under electric lights in Columbia, Mississippi. This innovative event marked a significant technological and entertainment milestone, allowing spectators to enjoy the thrilling rodeo performances after sunset with unprecedented visibility.
  • 25 Sep 1935 David E. Lilienthal Appointed to Tennessee Valley Authority: President Franklin D. Roosevelt appointed David E. Lilienthal (1899-1981) to the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), a significant New Deal agency designed to provide economic development, electricity generation, and flood control in the Tennessee Valley region during the Great Depression.
  • 26 Sep 1935 Nazi Racial Segregation in Education: Nazi Culture Minister Bernhard Rust issued a comprehensive decree mandating complete racial segregation in German schools, to be fully implemented by spring 1936. This directive was a critical component of the Nazi regime's systematic discrimination and persecution of Jewish and other minority students, effectively institutionalizing racial discrimination in the education system.
  • 27 Sep 1935 Golden Gate Bridge Construction Milestone: Construction workers completed the catwalks (footwalks) on the Golden Gate Bridge, marking a critical preparatory stage for the main cable spinning process. These elevated walkways would enable workers to navigate and work safely during the bridge's complex cable installation phase.
  • 28 Sep 1935 Destructive Cuba Hurricane of 1935: On September 28, 1935, a powerful hurricane made landfall in Camagüey Province, Cuba, causing significant damage and disruption. This tropical cyclone was particularly notable for its intensity and impact on the region.
  • 29 Sep 1935 Roosevelt Dedicates Hoover Dam: U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt officially dedicated the Hoover Dam, a monumental engineering project completed during the Great Depression. The dam represented a massive public works initiative, providing hydroelectric power, flood control, and water management for the southwestern United States.
  • 30 Sep 1935 Hoover Dam Dedication Ceremony: The Hoover Dam, a monumental engineering project straddling the border between Arizona and Nevada, was officially dedicated. This massive infrastructure project symbolized American technological prowess and was a key part of President Roosevelt's New Deal infrastructure initiatives, providing hydroelectric power and water management for the southwestern United States.