What Happened on September 26, 1789

Historical Events

  • 4th US Postmaster General: Samuel Osgood of Mass takes office

1st US Attorney General

Edmund Randolph becomes the 1st US Attorney General

1st US Secretary of State

Thomas Jefferson appointed 1st US Secretary of State; John Jay becomes 1st US Chief Justice


About September 26, 1789

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 234 years, 7 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra