On this day: September 1
September 1, 1983: Deadliest U.S. Airline Crash to Date
On September 1, 1983, a commercial airliner crashed in the United States in what was, at the time, the country's deadliest aviation accident, prompting investigations into safety procedures and aircraft operations.
Hurricane Katrina Devastates New Orleans
In late August 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast and, after levee breaches, flooded about 80% of New Orleans, causing widespread destruction, thousands of deaths and a prolonged humanitarian and infrastructure crisis.
Cold War Standoff Intensifies After Berlin Wall Crisis
Tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union escalated in the aftermath of the Berlin Wall's construction, as Western powers confronted Soviet moves in Berlin and both sides increased military readiness, deepening the Cold War divide.
U.S. Announces End of Combat Operations in Iraq, Sept. 1, 2010
On September 1, 2010, the United States formally declared an end to combat operations in Iraq, shifting to a mission focused on advising, training and assisting Iraqi security forces while retaining forces for contingency roles.
The Great Hinckley Fire of 1894: Hundreds Perish in Minnesota Blaze
On September 1, 1894, a catastrophic wildfire swept through Hinckley and surrounding Pine County, Minnesota, killing at least several hundred people, destroying the town, and leaving thousands homeless in one of the deadliest fires in U.S. history.
Germany Invades Poland, Triggering World War II
On September 1, 1939, Nazi Germany launched a large-scale invasion of Poland, beginning a conflict that expanded into World War II as Britain and France declared war on Germany days later.
Las Vegas Strip Closed After Deadly Mass Shooting
The Las Vegas Strip was shut down on September 1, 2017, following a mass shooting that killed and injured numerous people during an outdoor music festival. Authorities sealed off portions of the Strip as investigations and emergency response continued.