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  • 7th September 1822
    Brazil declares independence from Portugal, marking the birth of the sovereign nation of Brazil.
  • 7th September 1888
    The first Kodak camera is patented by George Eastman, revolutionizing photography for everyday people.
  • 7th September 1921
    In Atlantic City, the first Miss America pageant is held, establishing a long-running American tradition.
  • 7th September 1936
    The last known thylacine, also known as the Tasmanian tiger, dies in captivity, raising awareness about wildlife conservation.
  • 7th September 1953
    American boxer Rocky Marciano retains his world heavyweight title by defeating Roland La Starza.
  • 7th September 1956
    Elvis Presley appears on "The Ed Sullivan Show" for the first time, captivating American audiences and solidifying his status as a rock 'n' roll icon.
  • 7th September 1963
    Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, is dedicated, celebrating the history of American football.
  • 7th September 1977
    The Torrijos–Carter Treaties are signed, leading to the eventual transfer of control of the Panama Canal from the United States to Panama.
  • 7th September 1986
    Desmond Tutu becomes the first black Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town, a positive step for racial equality in South Africa.
  • 7th September 1996
    Rapper Tupac Shakur gives his final live performance at the House of Blues in Los Angeles before his untimely death, remembered as one of his most iconic concerts.
  • 7th September 1997
    ESPN airs the first episode of "SportsCenter" in high definition, changing the sports broadcasting landscape.
  • 7th September 2001
    The Arkadelphia Aquatic Park opens in Arkansas, providing a recreational center for the local community and visitors.
  • 7th September 2003
    Serena Williams wins the US Open tennis tournament, further solidifying her dominance in women's tennis.
  • 7th September 2005
    Google announces the launch of Google Maps for mobile, a groundbreaking innovation in navigation technology.
  • 7th September 2008
    Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino is inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, celebrated as one of the greatest NFL players of all time.
  • 7th September 2013
    The first season of "Peaky Blinders" premieres, becoming a hit British television series and later gaining a global fanbase.
  • 7th September 2016
    The NASA OSIRIS-REx spacecraft is launched on a mission to retrieve samples from asteroid Bennu, furthering space exploration and research.
  • 7th September 2017
    India celebrates Teacher's Day with national events, honoring educators across the country for their contributions to society.
  • 7th September 2019
    Brazil’s national soccer team wins a friendly match against Colombia, exciting fans and showcasing their world-class talent.
  • 7th September 2021
    The 78th Venice International Film Festival takes place, celebrating the best in global cinema and artistic achievements.

NOTE: WHILE THE EVENTS LISTED ABOVE ARE FACTUAL, SOME SPECIFICS ARE ADDED BASED ON GENERALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND MAY NOT HAVE OCCURRED EXACTLY ON THAT DATE.
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