Historical Events
- US Department of Foreign Affairs, renamed Department of State
Famous Birthdays
James Fenimore Cooper (1789-1851)
1st major American novelist (The Last of the Mohicans), born in Burlington, New Jersey
About September 15, 1789
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 234 years, 7 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
