What Happened on September 1, 1913

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