Historical Events
Androcles and the Lion
George Bernard Shaw's play "Androcles and the Lion" premieres in London
Second Revolution
Zhang Xun's Wuwei Corps captures Nanjing on behalf of Emperor Yuan Shikai in the Republic of China's Second Revolution, ending Chinese independence and causing Sun Yat Sen to flee to Japan
Famous Birthdays
- Christian Nyby, American director (Big Sleep, Thing), born in Los Angeles, California (d. 1993)
About September 1, 1913
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 110 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo