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Major Events of September 2000: 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 2000 and discover how they influenced the world both then and now.

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Major Events of September 2000: Key Historical Moments from the Month

  • 04 Sep 2000 England Triumphs Over West Indies in Cricket Series: The England cricket team secured a historic series victory over the West Indies, winning the 5th Test match at The Oval in London by 158 runs. This victory marked England's first series win against the West Indies since 1969, representing a significant moment in cricket history. The 3-1 series result demonstrated England's dominance and skill in test cricket during this period.
  • 05 Sep 2000 The Haverstraw: Ossining Ferry embarks on its maiden voyage.
  • 06 Sep 2000 UN Millennium Summit Begins in New York City: The United Nations Millennium Summit commenced in New York City, bringing together more than 180 world leaders to discuss global challenges and collaborative strategies for the new millennium.
  • 07 Sep 2000 United Nations Millennium Declaration: In New York, the United Nations formally adopted the Millennium Declaration, establishing key global development goals and setting an ambitious international agenda for the 21st century.
  • 08 Sep 2000 Millennium Summit at United Nations: World leaders gathered at the United Nations Headquarters in New York for the historic Millennium Summit, discussing global challenges and setting international development goals for the 21st century.
  • 09 Sep 2000 Venus Williams Wins First US Open Tennis Title: Venus Williams achieved a significant milestone in her tennis career by winning her first US Open Women's Singles title. She defeated fellow American Lindsay Davenport in a compelling match with scores of 6-4, 7-5, marking an important moment in her rise as a dominant tennis player.
  • 10 Sep 2000 Operation Barras: British Military Rescue in Sierra Leone: A strategic British military operation successfully rescued six British soldiers who had been held captive for over two weeks during the Sierra Leone Civil War. The operation was a significant moment in the conflict, demonstrating military precision and contributing to the eventual resolution of the civil war.
  • 11 Sep 2000 World Economic Forum Protest in Melbourne: On September 11, 2000, a significant anti-globalization demonstration took place in Melbourne, Australia, where activists protested against the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting. Known as 'S11' (September 11), this event was part of a broader global movement challenging corporate globalization and economic policies that were perceived as favoring multinational corporations over local communities and workers' rights.
  • 12 Sep 2000 Historic Mayoral Election in Selma, Alabama: In a landmark moment for racial politics in the American South, James Perkins Jr., a former computer consultant, was elected as the first Black mayor of Selma, Alabama. His victory marked the end of Joseph J. Smitherman's 35-year tenure, a period characterized by the city's complex racial dynamics during the Civil Rights era. Smitherman, a former segregationist, was defeated in an election that symbolized significant social progress and changing political landscapes.
  • 13 Sep 2000 Steve Jobs Introduces Mac OS X Public Beta: At the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference, Steve Jobs unveiled the Mac OS X Public Beta, a groundbreaking operating system that would revolutionize Apple's computing platform. Priced at $29.95, this beta version represented a significant leap forward in user interface design and system stability, marking the transition from the classic Mac OS to the modern, Unix-based OS X architecture.
  • 14 Sep 2000 Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition Launch: Microsoft officially launched Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me), the final operating system in the Windows 9x series. The release was commercially successful, with 400,000 retail upgrade copies sold in the first month, marking a significant moment in consumer computing history.
  • 15 Sep 2000 2000 Sydney Olympic Games: The Games of the XXVII Olympiad were held in Sydney, Australia from September 15 to October 1, 2000. This was a significant international sporting event that brought together athletes from around the world to compete in various Olympic disciplines.
  • 16 Sep 2000 Disappearance of Georgiy Gongadze: Ukrainian journalist Georgiy Gongadze is last seen alive, an event that would later become a pivotal moment in Ukrainian press freedom and political accountability.
  • 17 Sep 2000 Dan Marino's Jersey Retirement: The Miami Dolphins officially retired jersey number 13, honoring legendary quarterback Dan Marino's extraordinary career. Marino is considered one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, known for his exceptional passing skills and long-standing records.
  • 18 Sep 2000 U.S. Challenges Russian Technology Sale to Iran: The United States government has formally opposed Russia's potential sale of laser technology to Iran, expressing serious concerns that the technology could be used to develop nuclear fuel, which poses significant international security risks.
  • 19 Sep 2000 Death of Anthony Robert Klitz, British Artist: Anthony Robert Klitz, a notable British artist who had a significant career spanning several decades, passed away on this date. Born in 1917, Klitz was known for his contributions to the British art scene during the mid-20th century.
  • 20 Sep 2000 RSA Cryptography Patent Expiration: The patent on the RSA cryptographic algorithm, a foundational technology for secure digital communication and internet encryption, expired, effectively making the technology freely available for widespread public and commercial use.
  • 21 Sep 2000 Death Penalty Impact Study Reveals Surprising Findings: Government statistical analysis demonstrated that states without the death penalty did not experience higher homicide rates compared to states maintaining capital punishment. This research challenged prevailing assumptions about the deterrent effect of capital punishment and contributed to ongoing national debates about criminal justice policy.
  • 23 Sep 2000 Devastating Hurricane Jeanne Strikes Haiti: Hurricane Jeanne caused catastrophic flooding in Haiti, resulting in a massive loss of life with over 1,000 people reported dead. The hurricane devastated coastal and inland regions, destroying infrastructure, homes, and causing significant humanitarian crisis.
  • 25 Sep 2000 Ariel Sharon's Temple Mount Visit Sparks Second Intifada: Israeli opposition leader Ariel Sharon's controversial visit to the Temple Mount in Jerusalem triggers the outbreak of the Second Intifada, a significant escalation in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
  • 26 Sep 2000 Greek Ferry Disaster off Paros: The Greek passenger ferry MS Express Samina sank off the coast of Paros island in the Aegean Sea, resulting in a tragic maritime disaster. Of the approximately 500 passengers and crew on board, 80 people lost their lives, making it one of the most significant maritime accidents in Greek maritime history. The sinking raised serious questions about maritime safety standards and vessel maintenance.
  • 27 Sep 2000 US Olympic Baseball Team Wins Gold Medal: In a historic moment for American baseball, the United States Olympic team defeated the heavily favored Cuban national team to secure the country's first Olympic gold medal in baseball during the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. The team was managed by legendary baseball manager Tommy Lasorda, marking a significant achievement in international sports competition.
  • 28 Sep 2000 Ariel Sharon's Controversial Temple Mount Visit Sparks Al-Aqsa Intifada: Israeli opposition leader Ariel Sharon visited the Temple Mount, accompanied by a several-hundred-strong Israeli police force. His presence triggered Palestinian riots that escalated into a full-scale armed uprising, known as the Al-Aqsa Intifada or Oslo War, marking a significant turning point in Israeli-Palestinian tensions.
  • 29 Sep 2000 Ariel Sharon's Temple Mount Visit Sparks Second Intifada: Israeli opposition leader Ariel Sharon's controversial visit to the Temple Mount in Jerusalem triggered a significant escalation of tensions, marking the beginning of the Second Intifada, a period of intense Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
  • 30 Sep 2000 Death of Muhammad al-Durrah during Second Intifada: On September 30, 2000, during the early stages of the Second Intifada, twelve-year-old Palestinian Muhammad al-Durrah was fatally shot in a highly publicized incident that became a powerful symbol of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The event drew international attention to the human cost of the ongoing tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.