What’s not to love about Labor Day? A long weekend, BBQs and parades — really, no responsibilities except for having a great time and toasting the end of summer. But what exactly does Labor Day celebrate?
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1774 – First Continental Congress assembles in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (More info)
1836 – Sam Houston is elected as the first president of the Republic of Texas (More info)
1666 – The Great Fire of London breaks out and burns for three days, destroying St. Paul’s Cathedral and 10,000 other buildings (More info)
1789 – The United States Department of the Treasury is founded (More info)