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British spy, Major John Andre, is sentenced to death On this day in history, September 29, 1780, British spy Major John Andre is sentenced to death by hanging for his role…

The Siege of Yorktown begins On this day in history, September 28, 1781, the Siege of Yorktown begins when George Washington leads the American and French armies out of Williamsburg to…

Baylor's Massacre takes place On this day in history, September 27, 1778, Baylor's Massacre takes place when dozens of Virginia militiamen are killed or wounded in a surprise attack as they…

The Battle of Charlotte On this day in history, September 26, 1780, the Battle of Charlotte reveals to British General Charles Cornwallis that he will not have an easy time taking…

Ethan Allen is captured On this day in history, September 25, 1775, Ethan Allen is captured at the Battle of Longue-Pointe. After capturing Fort Ticonderoga in May of 1775, Allen led…

Chief Justice John Marshall is born On this day in history, September 24, 1755, Chief Justice John Marshall is born, the longest serving Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court…

Benedict Arnold's treason is discovered On this day in history, September 23, 1780, Benedict Arnold's treason is discovered by 3 young patriots who grew suspicious of a passerby who turned out…

Nathan Hale is hanged. On this day in history, September 22, 1776, Nathan Hale is hanged for spying against the British on Long Island. Hale was born in Coventry, Connecticut in…

The Great Fire of New York of 1776 On this day in history, September 21, 1776, the Great Fire of New York of 1776 burns down much of the city, less…

The Battle of Paoli On this day in history, September 20, 1777, the Battle of Paoli seals the fate of Philadelphia, allowing the British to take the city unopposed. British General…