Historical Events
1620
The Mayflower departs from Plymouth, England for America.
1810
Mexico's War of Independence begins with Miguel Hidalgo's "Cry of Dolores."
1908
General Motors is founded by William Durant.
1940
The first peacetime draft in US history begins.
1966
The Metropolitan Opera House opens at Lincoln Center in New York City.
Famous Birthdays
1745
Mikhail Kutuzov
Russian field marshal who expelled Napoleon's army from Russia.
1887
Nadia Boulanger
French composer and conductor who taught many notable musicians.
1924
Lauren Bacall
American actress known for her husky voice and roles in classic noirs.
1925
B.B. King
American blues guitarist known as the King of the Blues.
1983
Alexis Bledel
American actress known for Gilmore Girls.
