1973⚡ Event
Chilean coup d'état
General Augusto Pinochet leads a military coup against President Salvador Allende in Chile, who dies during the siege.
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What Happened on September 11?
Discover 4 historical moments on September 11 — 2 events, 1 birthdays, and 1 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on September 11(2)
2001⚡ Event
September 11 attacks
Terrorists hijack four commercial airplanes, crashing two into the World Trade Center in New York and one into the Pentagon.
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Famous Birthdays on September 11(1)
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O. Henry born
American short story writer William Sydney Porter, known by his pen name O. Henry, is born in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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Notable Deaths on September 11(1)
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Salvador Allende dies
Chilean President Salvador Allende dies during the military coup led by Augusto Pinochet.
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September 11 in History
September 11 is home to 4 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 2 notable events, 1 famous birthdays, and 1 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1973 to the present day.
Major Events on September 11
Among the most notable events on September 11: Chilean coup d'état (1973), September 11 attacks (2001). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on September 11
Notable figures born on September 11 include O. Henry. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on September 11
Remembered figures who died on September 11 include Salvador Allende. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on September 11?
- September 11 is home to 4 recorded historical entries, including 2 notable events, 1 famous birthdays, and 1 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on September 11?
- One of the most notable events on September 11 is: Chilean coup d'état.
- Who was born on September 11?
- Famous figures born on September 11 include O. Henry.
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- Our collection records 2 historical events on September 11, spanning centuries of world history.
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