September Trivia

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In September 1979, this network made its official debut: HBO, NBC, ESPN, Nickelodeon.

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ESPN

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In September 1939, Hitler's armies invaded Poland, starting this war in Europe.

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World War II

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In September 1783, the U.S. and Britain signed this agreement, which brought an official end to American Revolutionary War.

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The Treaty of Paris

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This city was founded by the Spanish Governor of California, Felipe de Neve, in 1781 near the site of the Native American village of Yang-na.

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Los Angeles

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This Frenchman was born in September 1757. He began a long friendship with George Washington and would later convince Louis XVI of France to send a 6,000-man force to help the Americans in their effort to fight against the British for independence.

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Marquis de Lafayette

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In September 1822, this country declared its independence from Portugal after 322 years as a colony.

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Brazil

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In September 1893, this country became the first nation to grant women the right to vote.

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New Zealand

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In the U.S., September 17th is an important day because it is

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Constitution Day in honor of the day the delegates signed the Constitution.

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September is the most popular month for

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babies to be born.

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In the U.S., September marks the start of

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football season.