September 26 in History for Kids

September 26 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1637, 1767, 1789, 1960. Violent events and crimes are left off. Each line is a small true thing to ask about, not a whole lesson. February 29 is included so a leap-day birthday still has a page. Walk with the previous and next links, or open the September hub for the rest of the month.

In 1637, Sébastien Leclerc was born. Sébastien became known as french painter.
In 1767, Wenzel Müller was born. Wenzel became known as austrian composer and conductor.
In 1789, george Washington appoints Thomas Jefferson the first United States Secretary of State.
In 1960, in Chicago, the first televised debate takes place between presidential candidates Richard M. Nixon and John F. Kennedy.

Pair a date with a story in the library or a geography quiz if you want to keep going.