Historical Events
Theater Premiere
George Bernard Shaw's play "Androcles and the Lion" premieres in London
Victory in Battle
Zhang Xun's Wuwei Corps captures Nanjing on behalf of Emperor Yuan Shikai in the Republic of China's Second Revolution, ending Chinese independence and causing Sun Yat Sen to flee to Japan
Famous Birthdays
- Christian Nyby, American director (Big Sleep, Thing), born in Los Angeles, California (d. 1993)
About September 1, 1913
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 109 years, 9 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo
