Fact 1: The Day Louis XIV Died
September 5, 1715, marked the end of Louis XIV's reign, who was the king of France for 72 years. This is considered the longest reign of any monarch in European history. He came to be known as the Sun King and his reign is famous for absolute monarchy and his palace at Versailles.
Fact 2: Start of the Rugby Union
September 5, 1871, witnesses the birth of the Rugby Union. The governing body for rugby union in England was founded in a meeting held at the Pall Mall restaurant. Fifteen representatives from various clubs attended, leading to the creation of rugby union rules and championships.
Fact 3: First Continental Congress
On September 5, 1774, the First Continental Congress was convened in Philadelphia. This revolutionary congress was a meeting of delegates from twelve of the thirteen colonies that eventually became the United States.
Fact 4: National Cheese Pizza Day
Every year on September 5th, cheese pizza lovers across the United States celebrate National Cheese Pizza Day. Though pizza has been around since the ancient Greeks and Romans, cheese pizza celebrations became popular with the establishment of this day.
Fact 5: A Significant Day in the Space Exploration History
On the 5th of September 1977, Viking 2, a spacecraft sent by NASA, landed on Mars and took the first close-up, color photographs of the planet's surface.
Fact 6: The Day Raquel Welch Was Born
Known as one of the world's most enduring sex symbols, Raquel Welch was born on September 5, 1940. She rose to fame with her iconic role in 'One Million Years B.C.'
Fact 7: International Day of Charity
Established by the United Nations General Assembly, the International Day of Charity is observed annually on September 5 as a way to enhance and increase social responsibility, solidarity, and support among people.
Fact 8: Creation of the Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Pro Football Hall of Fame situated in Canton, Ohio was formally dedicated on September 5, 1963. The establishment honors exceptional figures in professional American football.
Fact 9: Freddie Mercury’s Birth Anniversary
The iconic Freddie Mercury, the lead vocalist of the rock band Queen, was born on September 5, 1946. He is regarded as one of the greatest singers in the history of rock music.
Fact 10: The Premiere of "Firefly"
The much-loved Emmy-award winning sci-fi series "Firefly" premiered on September 5, 2002. Despite an originally short run, it has become a cult classic.
Fact 11: Death of Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa, the Nobel Prize laureate known for her humanitarian work in India, passed away on September 5, 1997.
Fact 12: Launch of Voyager 1
Voyager 1, the most distant human-made object from Earth was launched on September 5, 1977.
Fact 13: Submarine-Day
On September 5, 1882, the first United States submarine, the USS Plunger, was commissioned. Today, this day is celebrated as Submarine-Day.
Fact 14: Independence Day of Bonaire
A Caribbean island, Bonaire celebrates its Independence Day every year on September 5th.
Fact 15: The Day Heart Became the First Major Band to Star in an MTV Unplugged Concert
On September 5, 1990, rock band Heart took the stage for MTV's Unplugged concert series. It was among the first major bands to perform in this now-iconic acoustical music series.
Fact 16: Start of The Blitz
The Blitz, a significant event in World War II where Nazi Germany executed bombing raids over the United Kingdom, began on September 5, 1940.
Fact 17: The Birthday of Jack Daniel
September 5 is also the birthday of Jasper Newton "Jack" Daniel, an American distiller, and businessman, founder of the famous whiskey brand Jack Daniel's.
Fact 18: The Premiere Date of 'Doctor Who' Season 9
For fans of Doctor Who, September 5, 2015, held great significance. The ninth season of the popular BBC sci-fi series premiered on this day.
Fact 19: Treaty of Portsmouth Ends Russo-Japanese War
September 5, 1905, marks the signing of the Treaty of Portsmouth, ending the Russo-Japanese War, and making the U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt the first American to win a Nobel Peace Prize.
Fact 20: Be Late for Something Day
Lastly, September 5 is also recognized as Be Late for Something Day! Established by the Procrastinator's Club of America, the goal of this fun day is to allow people to step off the fast track and enjoy a bit of respite, even if just for a day. Don't be too late though, or the day might just be over!