On this day
North Pole’s discovery was announced!
In 1909, the New York Times announced that the North Pole had been discovered five months prior to the publication! It was discovered by American explorer Robert Peary. That said, no one would reach the point for the first time until 1926 – the explorer Roald Amundsen is famous for that feat.
The first-ever supermarket officially opened.
In 1916, the first-ever supermarket of its kind (as we know them today) was opened by Clarence Saunders in Memphis, Tennessee. It was known as the Piggly Wiggly – and believe it or not, there are still hundreds of Piggly Wiggly stores operating across the US!
Hurricane Irma made its way to the Virgin Islands.
In 2017, Hurricane Irma landed on the Caribbean Islands of Barbuda, Saint Maarten, and the British Virgin Islands. Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced that about 95% of the buildings in Barbuda had been damaged by the hurricane. It’s thought the storm would eventually claim the lives of at least 134 people.
Special Days Falling on September 6th
September 6th is an important date for people around the world for various reasons. Let’s take a look at why you might want to mark September 6th in your calendar.
Bonaire Flag Day
Every year, Bonaire Flag Day takes place on September 6th in the island municipality of Bonaire in the Netherlands. The flag is made up of two triangles and a diagonal white stripe. Inside the stripe, there is a black compass with a red star with six points. The compass symbolizes Bonaire’s population consisting of people who have come from all over the world. And the six points on the star represent the original six villages on the island!
Swaziland Independence Day
September 6th is also Swaziland Independence Day! Swaziland finally obtained its independence from Britain in 1968, having ruled over the nation since 1903. Local celebrations are held all around the country with traditional singing and dancing to celebrate this important date.
National Sabrina Day
National Sabrina Day is actually an international celebration! The name Sabrina has multiple roots, including Celtic, Latin, Italian, and English. It is believed that it used to mean someone from Cyprus or from the River Severn region. Whatever the case, it is a beautiful name, and Sabrinas everywhere should be proud of it, especially today!
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This month in history
Chile declared its independence. In September 1810, Chile declared its breaking free from under Spanish rule, having spent 269 years as a colony! The country has remained independent ever since.
Famous Birthdays on September 6th
John Dalton, English physicist, and chemist, born 1766
Jane Addams, American pacifist, feminist, author, social activist, and co-founder of ACLU, born 1860
Dolores O’Riordan, Irish singer-songwriter (The Cranberries), born 1971
Idris Elba, English actor, born 1972
Naomie Harris, English actor, born 1976
If you were born on September 6th…
…you’re a Virgo! There isn’t a problem you can’t solve. At least, that’s what you tell people! You are clear-headed and ready to tackle any situation at a moment’s notice. That said, you do have moments where you get shy and withdrawn – but at the same time, your friends and family know they can rely on you in a tight spot.
It’s time to take a closer look at what makes you tick – head over to our Virgo facts page for the lowdown!
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