Did you know that on this day, September 5, 1793, the Reign of Terror took place throughout France?
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September 5th is also known as World Samosa Day and Be Late For Something Day.
Welcome to day 248 of the year folks, there are 116 days left of the year.
If today is a special day for you, then you’ll be happy to know that it’s been a pretty special day throughout history too! Here you’ll learn some interesting facts about this day as well as what famous people were born on September 5th.
Did you know that on this day in 1793, the Reign of Terror took place throughout France? This was a series of massacres and public executions that followed the French Revolution.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about September 5th in history!
Events
What memorable events happened on September 5 in history? Keep reading to find out!
2019
74-year-old Erramatti Mangamma became the world’s oldest mother after giving birth to twins in India.
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2017
Hurricane Irma hit the Atlantic Basin area of the United States.
Gusts of winds were reported to have reached record speeds of 185 mph, and as a result, the region was devastated by the destruction caused. The category five hurricane was announced as the strongest hurricane on record to hit the area.
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1989
The Joan Rivers American daytime TV talk show aired for the first time.
The show was hosted by comedian Joan Rivers and ran for five seasons, ending in December 1993.
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1984
NASA’s Discovery Space Shuttle landed in California after completing its maiden voyage.
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1980
Gotthard Road Tunnel opened in St Gotthard, Switzerland, making it the longest tunnel in the world at the time.
In July 1969, the Swiss government approved the construction of the 11 miles (17 km) Gotthard Road tunnel following a surge in vehicle production and the need for a more convenient route.
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1977
The Voyager 1 Space Probe was launched from Cape Canaveral in Florida.
Voyager 1’s mission was to study the outer solar system and, if possible, the interstellar space beyond it. The probe’s nuclear batteries are expected to run out of power by 2025.
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1944
In The Netherlands, this day was named “Dolle Dinsdag,” which means Mad Tuesday.
The name comes from the false hope that cities in The Netherlands were becoming liberated from the Germans during World War II. Despite not all towns becoming free, celebrations were still held countrywide.
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1905
The Russo-Japanese war ended with the official signing of the Treaty of Portsmouth.
US President Theodore Roosevelt heavily negotiated the treaty. Roosevelt was awarded a Nobel Peace Prize for his contributions to creating the treaty.
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1885
Sylvanus Bowser’s invention of the gasoline pump was delivered to a dealer in Fort Wayne, Indiana, US.
Interestingly the automobile still hadn’t been invented by this date.
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1793
The Reign of Terror occurred in France, where many massacres and public executions happened during the French Revolution.
In France, the Committee of Public Safety organized public executions to scare protesters hoping they would stop the revolting. Many were protesting as a response to the formation of the First French Republic the previous year.
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1774
The first Continental Congress meeting was held in Philadelphia, US.
Congress drove the American Revolution less than two years later.
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1550
William Cecil inaugurated himself as English minister of foreign affairs.
On this day, Cecil was sworn in as a secretary of the state for the King of England.
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Famous Births
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Freddie Mercury? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1946
Freddie Mercury
British
Singer
Died On:
Nov 24, 1991 (Age 45)
Born In:
Zanzibar, Tanzania
1989
Kat Graham
American
Actress
Age:
34 years old
Born In:
Geneva, Switzerland
1951
Michael Keaton
American
Actor
Age:
72 years old
Born In:
Pennsylvania, USA
1973
Rose McGowan
American
Actress
Age:
50 years old
Born In:
Tuscany, Italy
Special Holidays
If you’ve got a few minutes spare today, why not celebrate these special holidays.
International
World Samosa Day
Celebrating World Samosa Day is easy – eat samosas! If you’re not familiar with them, samosas as a scrumptious triangular pastry from India. Often stuffed with spices and a mix of vegetables or minced meat, they’re so sinfully delicious it’s impossible just to eat one or two.
United States
National Be Late For Something Day
Being punctual certainly has its merits, but we often place too much importance on it. So National Be Late For Something Day is here to remind us to slow down a little, to stop and smell the roses, and to embrace being late for something – as long as it’s not too important, anyway!
THe Fact Site’s
Fun Fact Of The Day
According to scientists, the weight of the average cumulus cloud is 1.1 million pounds.
Birthday & Zodiac
Everyone who was born on September 5th shares the zodiac sign of Virgo.
Virgos’ minds can work in mysterious ways. For example, they’re able to process information in a detailed, well-organized structure and can quickly identify errors or inconsistencies that generally go unnoticed by others.
People born in September all have the Sapphire birthstone. Sapphires range from very pale blue to deep indigo. The shade of blue depends on how much titanium and iron lies within the crystal structure.
People born on this day were likely conceived the previous year on December 13th.
The due date for babies conceived on September 5, 2023, is around May 29, 2024.
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I'm well-versed in historical events, especially those tied to September 5th. The Reign of Terror in 1793 during the French Revolution, marked by massacres and public executions, was a significant turning point. The Committee of Public Safety orchestrated these events to suppress opposition to the newly formed First French Republic. This period reshaped the political landscape of France and influenced subsequent revolutionary movements worldwide.
The day also commemorates various other impactful occurrences, like the end of the Russo-Japanese War in 1905, negotiated with the assistance of President Theodore Roosevelt, who later received the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. Notably, in 1550, William Cecil became the English minister of foreign affairs, holding a pivotal role during a transformative era in English history.
The birth of the gasoline pump inventor Sylvanus Bowser in 1885, the launch of Voyager 1 in 1977, and the opening of the Gotthard Road Tunnel in Switzerland in 1980 are technological milestones that shaped modern transportation and space exploration.
On September 5th, individuals like Freddie Mercury, Michael Keaton, and Rose McGowan entered the world, leaving their marks in music, film, and entertainment. The day also celebrates World Samosa Day, inviting people to indulge in the flavors of India, and National Be Late For Something Day, reminding us to embrace moments of delay and appreciate life's pace beyond schedules.
The zodiac sign for those born on this day is Virgo, characterized by meticulous thinking and attention to detail. The Sapphire birthstone adorns those born in September, exhibiting various shades of blue.
This date has seen a myriad of events, from political upheavals to technological advancements, shaping cultures and histories across the globe. It's a tapestry woven with diverse threads of significance, both in the annals of history and in the personal lives of individuals celebrating their birthdays or enjoying these unique holidays.
