The Daily Birthday History

September 21: From Benedict Arnold's Betrayal to Belizean Independence!


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This episode examines the historical significance of September 21st, spanning centuries and continents. Listeners will learn about key events like Benedict Arnold's infamous betrayal of West Point in 1780 during the American Revolutionary War, the establishment of Mexican professional wrestling in 1933, and Belize gaining its independence from the United Kingdom in 1981. The podcast will also discuss the somber anniversaries of the 1938 Great Hurricane, the Oppau, Germany silo explosion of 1921, and the terrorist attacks in Kenya and Israel. Additionally, the episode will acknowledge International Day of Peace and the birthdays of influential figures born on this date.

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