Throughout history, September 16th has been associated with events spanning diverse areas like the fight for independence, scientific innovation, international politics, space exploration, and environmental preservation.
Among the most significant episodes are the beginning of Mexico's independence with the "Grito de Dolores" in 1810, the founding of General Motors in 1908, and the establishment of the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer.
Other notable events include a tragic explosion at the Campo Maior Arsenal in 1732, an aviation record set by Santos Dumont in 1909, the election of Oswaldo Aranha as president of the UN General Assembly in 1947, and the overthrow of Juan Perón by a military coup in 1955.
