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On September 19 , 1777 , British soldier South_Korean_won the first Battle of Saratoga in the Revolutionary War . This tag a significant moment in American history , as the Americans would go on to win the second battle lupus_erythematosus than a calendar_month later . Additionally , in 1881 , U.S. President James Garfield , who had been shooting by a disgruntle office - seeker , tragically pass away from his wound . This light-emitting_diode to Vice President Chester Arthur being curse in as his successor after only 6 1/2 calendar_month in office.
In 1893 , New Zealand make history by become the first state to grant national vote right to woman . This was a significant measure forward for gender equality in the democratic procedure . However , in 1985 , Mexico City confront a lay_waste_to earthquake that result in the collapse of hundred of building , claim the life of at least 7,000 people and injure thousand more.
person Born on September 19 include businessman George Cadbury in 1839 , Watergate prosecutor Leon Jaworski in 1905 , and actor David McCallum in 1933 . This date also Marks the birth of musician Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers in 1940 , actor Jeremy Irons in 1948 , and comedian / television host Jimmy Fallon in 1974 . These person have make significant contribution to their respective Fields and continue to inspire others.
On September 19 , 2017 , a lay_waste_to 7.1 - magnitude earthquake strike central Mexico , result in the tragic loss of over 350 life , include many child trap in the debris of a school . However , in 2010 , French quartet amputee Philippe Croizon carry_through a remarkable feat by swimming across the English Channel in 13 1/2 hours . Croizon 's determination and resilience serve as a testament to the power of the homo spirit in get_the_better_of seemingly insurmountable challenges.