This week in History: 9/9

On this day in 2015, who became Britain's longest reigning monarch?

This week in History: 9/9

On the 9th of September 1776, Congress officially renamed the country known as the United Colonies to what?

This week in History: 10/9

On this day in 1898, Kaiserin Elizabeth was assassinated (killed) in Geneva. She was the empress of which country?

This week in History: 11/9

On this day in 1942, which famous author published the first of her 'Famous Five' books, starting one of the best-selling children's series ever?

This week in History: 11/9

On this day in 1906, the term 'Satyagraha' (meaning Non-Violent protest) was coined by which leader?

This week in History: 12/9

On this day in 490 BC, the Persians were defeated at the Battle of Marathon by which ancient civilisation?

This week in History: 12/9

On this day, Mae Jemison became the first black woman to travel to space. What year did this take place?

This week in History: 13/9

On this day in 1940, which famous British landmark was hit by bomb during the Blitz of World War II?

This week in History: 13/9

On this day in 1229, Ögedei Khan became the second ruler of the Mongol Empire. Which infamous emperor did he succeed?

This week in History: 14/9

On this day in 81 AD, Emperor Domitian became the ruler of which ancient civilisation?

This week in History: 14/9

On this day in 1812, which European leader entered Moscow as part of his unsuccessful attack on Russia?

This week in History: 14/9

On this day in 1901, who became the youngest president of the United States at the age of 42?

This week in History: 15/9

On this day in 1835, HMS Beagle arrived at the Galapagos Island off the coast of South America. Which famous scientist was travelling on board?

This week in History: 15/9

On this day, the Luftwaffe (German Air Force) launched its largest and most concentrated attack on Britain. What year did this take place?