Today in History - September 28

Today in History - September 28

On September 28, 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo of Portugal, sailing under the Spanish flag, sailed into San Diego Bay. While exploring the northwest shores of Mexico, Cabrillo became the first European to reach California. Continue reading.

On Saturday, September 28, 1912, William Christopher (W. C.) Handy's "Mister Crump," retitled "The Memphis Blues," went on sale at Bry's Department Store in Memphis. Continue reading.

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