1812
The French under Napoleon Bonaparte retreat from Moscow.
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In 1812, Napoleon Bonaparte's French army retreated from Moscow, marking a significant turning point in the French invasion of Russia. This event led to the decline of Napoleon's power and eventually his exile. --AI analysis
1820
Constitutionalist revolution in Lisbon, Portugal.
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On September 15, 1820, a constitutionalist revolution took place in Lisbon, Portugal, which aimed to establish a constitutional monarchy and limit the power of the king. This event had profound implications for Portuguese history and politics. --AI analysis
1835
The HMS Beagle, carrying Charles Darwin, lands at the Galápagos Islands.
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On September 15, 1835, the HMS Beagle, with Charles Darwin on board, arrived at the Galápagos Islands. This visit played a crucial role in Darwin's development of the theory of evolution. --AI analysis
1862
American Civil War: The Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest single-day battle in American history, takes place near Sharpsburg, Maryland.
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The Battle of Antietam, fought on September 15, 1862, was the bloodiest single-day battle in American history, with over 23,000 casualties. It took place near Sharpsburg, Maryland, during the American Civil War. --AI analysis
1883
The University of Texas at Austin opens.
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The University of Texas at Austin opened its doors on September 15, 1883. Today, it is one of the largest and most prestigious public universities in the United States. --AI analysis
1916
World War I: Tanks are used for the first time in battle, at the Battle of Flers–Courcelette.
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On September 15, 1916, tanks were used for the first time in battle during World War I at the Battle of Flers–Courcelette. This marked a significant shift in warfare technology. --AI analysis
1935
The Nuremberg Laws are passed in Nazi Germany.
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The Nuremberg Laws, passed on September 15, 1935, were a set of racial segregation laws enacted in Nazi Germany. They stripped Jews of their citizenship and prohibited them from marrying non-Jews. --AI analysis
1940
The Battle of Britain ends with the United Kingdom preventing Germany from gaining air superiority.
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The Battle of Britain concluded on September 15, 1940, with the United Kingdom successfully preventing Germany from gaining air superiority. This was a crucial turning point in World War II. --AI analysis
1954
Marilyn Bell becomes the first person to swim across Lake Ontario.
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On September 15, 1954, Marilyn Bell became the first person to swim across Lake Ontario, completing the 32-mile journey in 20 hours and 58 minutes. --AI analysis
1963
The 16th Street Baptist Church bombing occurs in Birmingham, Alabama.
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On September 15, 1963, the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, was bombed, killing four young girls and injuring 22 others. This tragic event was a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement. --AI analysis
1981
The United States Senate confirms Sandra Day O'Connor to become the first female justice of the Supreme Court in the United States.
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On September 15, 1981, the United States Senate confirmed Sandra Day O'Connor as the first female justice of the Supreme Court. This was a landmark moment for women's rights and gender equality. --AI analysis
2008
Lehman Brothers files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
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Lehman Brothers filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on September 15, 2008, which contributed to the global financial crisis. This event had far-reaching consequences for the world economy. --AI analysis
