Today in History: September 7, Germany launches Blitz on UK
Briefly

On September 7, 1940, Nazi Germany initiated The Blitz, an eight-month bombing campaign over Britain that led to over 40,000 civilian casualties, changing the course of World War II.
The Panama Canal Treaty, signed on September 7, 1977, marked a pivotal moment in U.S.-Panama relations, agreeing to hand over control of the canal by 1999.
September 7, 1963, was significant for American sports as it saw the opening of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, which first honored 17 iconic players.
The Miss America Pageant debuted on September 7, 1921, in Atlantic City, N.J., setting a precedent for beauty pageants and American culture.
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