On September 24, 1529, Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent and his Ottoman army arrived at the gates of Vienna, marking the start of the first Siege of Vienna. This battle was part of the Ottoman Empire's westward expansion into Europe, but the siege ultimately failed, halting Ottoman advancement into central Europe.
1529 – Sultan Suleiman Begins Siege of Vienna
On September 24, 1625, Dutch forces attacked the Spanish-controlled city of San Juan, Puerto Rico, as part of their effort to expand influence in the Caribbean. The Dutch invasion was repelled by Spanish forces after several days of fighting, ensuring Spain's continued control over the island.
1625 – Dutch Attack San Juan, Puerto Rico
On September 24, 1664, Dutch Fort Orange, located in present-day Albany, New York, surrendered to English forces. The fort's fall marked the end of Dutch rule in the colony of New Netherland, which was then renamed New York by the English in honor of the Duke of York.
1664 – Dutch Fort Orange Surrenders to the English
On September 24, 1776, the first St. Leger Stakes horserace was held in Doncaster, England. Established by Colonel Anthony St. Leger, the race became one of the oldest and most prestigious events in British horse racing, forming part of the English Triple Crown series.
1776 – First St. Leger Horserace Held at Doncaster
On September 24, 1916, New Zealand fighter pilot Alfred Brandon shot down the German Zeppelin LZ-76 over Essex, England, during World War I. The B.E.2e aircraft successfully intercepted the airship, which crashed near Little Wigborough. This marked one of several airship losses suffered by Germany in their bombing raids on Britain.
