What holidays are celebrated on September 13 and how the date went down in history

Each date is special and characterized by certain holidays and historical events. Therefore, every day you can find a reason to celebrate and remember history.

September 13 combines a number of historical events, religious holidays and interesting international dates. Read more about this in the OBOZ.UA article.

The Day of the Holy Martyr Cornelius

One of the main holidays of this day is the celebration of the Holy Martyr Cornelius. This saint was a Roman centurion who became a Christian martyr. His life and death are an example of unwavering faith and devotion that inspire many believers.

Previously, this holy holiday was celebrated on September 26, but with the transition to the New Julian calendar, it was moved to the 13th.

World Chocolate Day

World Chocolate Day is another interesting holiday that falls on September 13. It is celebrated in many countries around the world with various events, tastings, and celebrations dedicated to this delicacy.

Blame Someone Else Day

Blame Someone Else Day is a unique and fun holiday that offers people the opportunity to humorously approach their mistakes or failures.

Roald Dahl Day

Roald Dahl Day is celebrated in honor of the birthday of the famous author of children's books, who is still popular even among adults.

Roald Dahl is the author of such classics as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, and The BFG.

Positive Thinking Day

September 13 is also the Day of Positive Thinking. This holiday aims to promote an optimistic attitude to life and increase the overall level of positive energy among people.

Notable events on September 13

• 1999 - explosion of a residential building in Moscow on Kashirskoye Highway;
• 1989 - the first AIDS patients are diagnosed in Ukraine;
• 1960 - U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower signs a decree erecting a monument to Taras Shevchenko in Washington, DC;
• 1848 - the Department of Ukrainian Language was established at Lviv University.

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