Coverage dated September 16, 2026 to September 17, 2026
September 17 in History: Constitution Signing, War, Space and Cultural Milestones
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On September 17, 1787, delegates at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia signed the Constitution of the United States. This was one of the most influential political events ever tied to this date because it created a new framework for national government at a moment when the young country w…
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Today is Thursday, Sept. 17, the 260th day of 2026. There are 105 days left in the year. Today in history: On Sept. 17, 1787, the Constitution of the United States was completed and signed by a majority of delegates attending the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia.
On September 17, 1787, delegates at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia signed the Constitution of the United States. This was one of the most influential political events ever tied to this date because it created a new framework for national government at a moment when the young country w…
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