Maine history By Andreareedoso Jan 1, 1776 Colonies declare independence from England: Revolutionary War begins Jan 1, 1861 The U.S. Civial War begins Jan 1, 1903 First succesful flight; Wright brothers; Kitty Hawk, North Caroline Jan 1, 1941 American TV broadcasting begins Jul 24, 1969 First man lands on the moon Sep 11, 2001 Terrosits attack in NYC and Washington D.C.