September 17th in History

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September 17th in History

1787: The Constitution of the United States of America is signed
1900: A federation of six colonies becomes the Commonwealth of Australia
1910: First ever flight over the Alps
1931: First long playing record demonstrated in New York
1978: A meeting between Egyptian and Israeli leaders creates a framework for Middle East peace

September 17th birthdays

1931: Anne Bancroft, American film actress
1948: John Ritter, American comedy film actor