During the presidency of Warren G. Harding, Albert B. Fall held a position as a cabinet secretary. His tenure, however, ended in disgrace when he was convicted of taking a bribe in that role. Notably,
Throughout the long centuries of oceanic travel, storms ranked among the most persistent dangers faced by seafaring captains. In October 1737, one such devastating storm took shape over the North Indi
An oppressive heat wave had settled over the Midwest in October 1871, making conditions dangerously dry. Rainfall throughout the summer had been just a fraction of what was typical, leaving the city's
What made the Model T such a game-changer in automotive history? As one of the earliest cars to reach everyday consumers on a massive scale, it didn't just transform the auto industry — it reshaped Am
Tensions between Pancho Villa and the United States had been escalating ever since the U.S. government threw its official support behind Villa's rival — and former ally — Venustiano Carranza, recogniz
Every once in a while, a sporting event rises far beyond competition and enters the realm of mythology. That's precisely what happened on October 1, 1975, when Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier clashed in
The transfer of the Panama Canal Zone back to Panama on October 1, 1979, brought to a close 76 years of American authority in Central America. For the first time since 1903, Panama reclaimed sovereign
Fotheringhay Castle in Northamptonshire witnessed a birth on October 2, 1452, that would leave an indelible mark on English history. Richard of York arrived that day — a child destined to become King
Released in 1902 through the publishing house Frederick Warne & Co., The Tale of Peter Rabbit remains a beloved classic that has captivated readers for close to a century since it first appeared in pr
Standing among ancient redwood trees is an experience that humbles and inspires in equal measure. On October 2, 1968, Redwood National Park in California came into existence, safeguarding some of the
Birth control policies have long sparked heated debate across various settings, with religious and prolific groups largely rejecting such measures. On 29th October 2015, China brought its 35-year-long
When Gruffydd ap Gwenwynwyn and Dafydd ap Gruffydd switched their allegiance to England in 1274, the relationship between Wales and England took a sharp downward turn. Over the course of the next thre
After World War II concluded in 1945, Germany found itself under the authority of the Allied Powers following its defeat. The country was carved into four separate zones, with governance split among t
It was the verdict that stopped an entire nation in its tracks. On October 3, 1995, a jury declared O.J. Simpson not guilty of murdering Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman. The sensational case had
Throughout much of its existence, Belgium either belonged to larger empires or existed as a patchwork of smaller territories. Yet on October 4, 1830, everything changed — the country officially declar
On October 4, 1965, something happened that had never occurred in the nearly 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church: a pope touched down on American soil. Pope Paul VI didn't merely visit the Unite
WikiLeaks burst onto the scene on October 4, 2006, with Julian Assange later explaining that its purpose was to give journalists faster access to leaked information and help them report on it more eff
It was the morning of October 5th, and in a Paris marketplace, women were starting to come together — the spark of something momentous was about to be lit. France stood on the edge of revolution, with
On October 5, 1930, the grand ambitions behind Britain's airship R101 came crashing down—literally and catastrophically. The enormous vessel slammed into the earth near Beauvais, France, only hours af
On October 5, 1962, a seemingly modest single called "Love Me Do" hit the shelves — and nothing in the music world would ever be quite the same. With Paul McCartney's unmistakable vocals out front and
If you happened to be anywhere in the Chicago, Illinois area during the latter half of 2016, baseball was absolutely inescapable. Fans across the city were consumed by it — and who could blame them? A
The trajectory of the Cold War — an era defined by rivalry, anxiety, and relentless competition — shifted dramatically on October 6, 1951. On that day, Soviet Premier Joseph Stalin delivered a declara
It was October 6, 1981, and the world was watching as Egyptian President Anwar Sadat sat among dignitaries at a military parade in Cairo — a celebration that would end in one of modern history's most
On October 7, 1919, the Netherlands gave birth to what would become a legend in commercial aviation: Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij, better known simply as KLM. Still flying under the very same n
When October 7, 2001 arrived, the United States set in motion a sweeping military campaign that would reshape global politics for decades to come. Known as Operation Enduring Freedom, the invasion of
Franklin Pierce, the 14th president of the United States, passed away on October 8, 1869, at the age of 64. Liver cirrhosis claimed his life at his home in New Hampshire, making him a president whose
On October 8, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire captured the world's attention — but hundreds of miles away in northeastern Wisconsin, a far more catastrophic inferno was unfolding. The Peshtigo Fire would
On October 8, 1890, in Columbus, Ohio, the world welcomed Eddie Rickenbacker — a man who would go on to become one of the most accomplished and highly decorated fighter pilots in the annals of America
On October 9, 1940, while Liverpool endured a bombing raid during World War II, John Winston Lennon was born. It was the beginning of a life that would be defined by creativity, conflict, and cultural
Every nation treasures the moment it first stood on its own, and for Uganda, that defining moment arrived on October 9, 1962. This was the day the country finally shook off British colonial rule, ushe
Those who closely followed the romance between Elvis and Priscilla Presley likely already understand why this particular date holds such a meaningful place in their shared history. It was on October 9
Those who closely followed the romance between Elvis and Priscilla know all too well why this particular date holds such a poignant place in their shared history. It was on October 9, 1973, that the c
For more than a hundred years, the bicycle has stood as an enduring icon of personal freedom, practical efficiency, and environmental sustainability. A pivotal moment in cycling history arrived on Oct
Scientists around the globe were presented with an extraordinary opportunity on October 10, 1912. Albert Einstein, a German physicist, had put forward a number of hypotheses about how the Sun could be
On October 11, 1872, Emily Wilding Davison came into the world in Greenwich, London. What followed was a life poured entirely into the struggle for justice and the unyielding campaign for women's suff
It's hard to think of many figures throughout history who have left such a profound and enduring mark on the world as Eleanor Roosevelt. Coming into the world on October 11, 1884, in New York City, sh
When we think of trailblazers in federal law enforcement, the name Alaska Davidson deserves a prominent place. On October 11, 1922, Davidson made history by becoming the very first woman to serve as a
On October 12, 1872, in the sleepy village of Down Ampney in Gloucestershire, England, a child was born who would go on to reshape the landscape of English classical music. From those humble beginning
What single individual could reshape an entire industry? In the opening decades of the 20th century, Henry Ford proved it was possible. The Ford Motor Company rolled out its one-millionth automobile o
Against the backdrop of widespread anxiety over the Y2K bug potentially lurking in every computer across the globe, the United Nations designated an official date to mark the arrival of Earth's 6th bi
It's hard to imagine a time when the world couldn't agree on what time it was — but that's exactly the problem that came to a head on October 13, 1884. In Washington, D.C., forty-one delegates represe
On October 13, 1884, history took a remarkable turn when delegates representing 26 nations gathered in Washington, D.C. to tackle a problem that had frustrated international affairs for far too long—t
Where music meets poetry, you'll find Bob Dylan standing at the crossroads. On October 13, 2016, history was made when Dylan became the first musician ever to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature. Th
Dwight D. Eisenhower came into the world on October 14, 1890, in Denison, Texas. His impact on the American story remains nothing short of extraordinary — from steering Allied forces toward triumph in
On October 14, 1912, former President Theodore Roosevelt found himself the target of an assassin's bullet while on the campaign trail in Wisconsin, seeking a third presidential term. Remarkably, despi
It's hard to think of a figure whose impact on history runs as deep as that of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. When the Nobel Peace Prize was bestowed upon Dr. King on October 14, 1964, it recognized his s
Marie Stopes entered the world on October 15, 1880, in Edinburgh, Scotland — a child born into intellectual privilege who would grow up to become one of the 20th century's most controversial and influ
For over a century, the captivating story of Mata Hari — born Margaretha Zelle — has cast an irresistible spell on the public imagination. She rose to fame as an exotic dancer and courtesan, only to m
When World War II came to a close, the Nuremberg Trials became the stage where prominent Nazi leaders were held accountable for their horrific actions. Hermann Göring, among Adolf Hitler's most truste
In Poland's capital on October 16th, 1384, something remarkable happened: Jadwiga received her coronation — not as Queen, but as King. It was Queen Elizabeth who crowned her and arranged her journey t
On October 16, 1916, Margaret Sanger made a daring move that would reshape the landscape of women's reproductive rights forever. That day, she opened the doors of the first birth control clinic in Bro
What started as a humble animation venture in Los Angeles on October 16, 1923, would grow into something no one could have predicted—one of the most powerful entertainment empires on the planet. But b
For over four decades, Omar Bongo sat at the helm of Gabon, making him Africa's longest-ruling head of state by the time of his death in 2009. His passing immediately stirred controversy, as his son,
The world welcomed Evel Knievel on October 17th, 1938 — a man who would become one of America's most beloved motorcycle stunt performers. For an impressive 35 years, he held the record for jumping ove
Few figures in American entertainment history could match the sheer spectacle that Evel Knievel brought to every performance. This legendary stuntman made his mark by attempting more than 75 ramp-to-r
On October 17, 1944, the Battle of Leyte Gulf erupted in the Pacific theater of World War II, marking a watershed moment in the conflict. Widely regarded as one of the largest naval engagements ever f
When most people think about the Cold War, they picture a two-way arms race between the United States and the Soviet Union. But the reality was far more complex — several other nations pursued nuclear
On October 18, 1867, the United States struck a deal to purchase Alaska from Russia at a price of $7.2 million. The negotiations behind this landmark agreement brought together William Seward, the US
Britain witnessed the birth of something truly extraordinary on October 18, 1922 — though almost nobody realized it at the time. What started as a joint venture among prominent wireless manufacturers,
On October 18, 1945, history was made when the Nuremberg War Crimes Trial officially got underway. Never before had the world seen anything quite like it — a legal proceeding designed to hold Nazi lea
The date October 19, 1987, forever carries the weight of what became known as 'Black Monday' — a day that sent shockwaves through the financial world when the stock market suffered its worst single-da
On October 19, 1988, the U.S. Senate approved a landmark bill that sought to fundamentally transform how television served its youngest viewers. The Children's Television Act aimed to rein in commerci
Geochemists working at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) announced on October 19, 2015, that they had uncovered evidence pushing back the timeline of life on Earth to at least 4.1 billio
What happened on October 20, 1935? Nothing less than the culmination of one of history's most extraordinary military retreats — the Long March. Spanning a punishing year and covering 6,000 miles, this
On October 20, 1968, the world watched in stunned disbelief as Jacqueline Kennedy — the beloved former First Lady of the United States and widow of President John F. Kennedy — exchanged vows with Gree
Google stands as arguably the most triumphant tech company the world has ever seen. Its influence over more than half of US businesses is staggering, given that search rankings essentially dictate how
When the United Nations turned down Russia's demands, Joseph Stalin's USSR ramped up its own Atomic bomb project in earnest. On October 21, 1948, the effort to usher in an era of nuclear control came
When _My Fair Lady_ made its big-screen debut at the Criterion Theatre in New York City on October 21, 1964, audiences finally got to experience what months of buzz and record-shattering advance ticke
When you think of Sydney, one image likely springs to mind before all others: the magnificent Sydney Opera House. A triumph of modern architectural vision, this performing arts venue threw open its do
New York City's cultural landscape changed forever on October 22, 1883, when the Metropolitan Opera House threw open its doors for the very first time. Conceived as a direct challenge to the well-esta
Prior to 1907, The Knickerbocker Trust Company's headquarters occupied a stately presence in Midtown Manhattan. For 23 years, the trust company had projected an image of unshakable stability. But ever
On October 22, 1962, President John F. Kennedy took to the airwaves in a nationally televised address, revealing a startling discovery: American spy planes had identified multiple Soviet missile bases
On October 22, 1978, something extraordinary unfolded at the New York City Marathon — something nobody saw coming. A Norwegian schoolteacher by the name of Grete Waitz, a virtual stranger to the Ameri
Governments routinely find themselves spending beyond what tax revenue alone can cover — it's a tale as old as fiscal policy itself. In those situations, the Federal Government bridges the gap by borr
On October 23, 1983, Beirut, Lebanon became the site of a devastating assault when two suicide bombers struck both the U.S. Marine barracks and a French military base. The blasts claimed the lives of
On October 23, 1989, Hungary drew the curtain on four decades of communist governance, boldly proclaiming itself a republic and stepping into a democratic future. This was no small moment — it represe
Throughout the 1870s, racial hostility gripped much of the western United States as waves of newcomers scrambled to build lives in recently acquired territories. Unemployment and instability plagued m
If you were anywhere near the financial world on October 24, 2008, the memory is seared into your mind. Known grimly as "Bloody Friday," this was the day global stock markets plunged into outright cha
In the Crimean War of 1854, an alliance of Britain, France, and Turkey found themselves locked in conflict with Russia. On October 25, the allied forces fought fiercely to defend Balaclava, a port of
Born on October 25, 1881, in Málaga, Spain, the legendary Pablo Picasso came into a world that he would eventually transform through art. His father, José Ruiz y Blasco, worked as both a painter and a
Born in Malaga, Spain on October 25th, 1881, Pablo Picasso would grow to become the most influential artist of our time. His father, a drawing professor, sparked a passion for art in his son from an e
On October 25, 1978, the landscape of American horror shifted in ways no one could have predicted. John Carpenter directed _Halloween_ on a shoestring budget of just $300,000, yet the film went on to
Something remarkable happened on October 26, 1863, inside the Freemasons' Tavern on Great Queen Street in London — a gathering that would reshape the sporting world forever. That evening saw the birth
Few figures loom as large in the story of Britain as Winston Churchill, who stepped back into the role of Prime Minister on October 26, 1951 — marking his second time leading the United Kingdom. Alrea
On October 27, 1787, readers across New York City flipped open their morning newspapers and encountered something that would quietly reshape American political thought: a mysterious, unsigned essay ur
Born on October 27, 1858, Teddy Roosevelt came into the world on a date that would later double as his wedding anniversary — he married Alice Hathaway Lee on October 27, 1880. The couple eased into th
October 27, 1904, marked a transformative moment for New York City — the grand opening of its subway system. This engineering triumph fundamentally reshaped the way residents moved through one of the
On October 28, 1904, the Saint Louis Police Department made a groundbreaking move by adopting fingerprints as a tool for identifying potential subjects in investigations. The concept of using fingerpr
At the dawn of the 20th century, the Austro-Hungarian Empire still stood as one of Europe's Great Powers. This dual monarchy, forged in 1867, united the Austrian Empire and the Kingdom of Hungary unde
When Congress passed the Volstead Act on October 28, 1919, it set in motion one of the most ambitious — and controversial — social experiments in American history. Officially titled the National Prohi
Born in Seattle, Washington on October 28, 1955, Bill Gates would grow up to become one of the most transformative figures the technology world has ever seen. As co-founder of Microsoft, he fundamenta
On October 29, 1787, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart set loose a whirlwind of music and moral transgression on the stage of Prague's Estates Theatre. That work was the opera _Don Giovanni_. He's a fictional n
The impact of October 29, 1929 — infamously known as Black Tuesday — rippled outward with devastating force, plunging the United States and the rest of the world into an economic depression that would
NBC launched what would become one of the most influential programs in broadcast journalism history when "The Huntley–Brinkley Report" made its debut on October 29, 1956. Co-anchored by Chet Huntley a
What if one woman could shape how an entire nation behaved for a century? That's exactly what happened when Emily Post arrived in the world on October 30, 1872. She didn't come up with the concept of
By October 30, 1938, Orson Welles — the multitalented American actor, director, screenwriter, and producer — was no stranger to the airwaves. Radio broadcasting was already well-trodden ground for him
On October 30, 1973, Istanbul, Turkey witnessed the completion of the Bosphorus Bridge — a groundbreaking feat of engineering that became the first road bridge ever to connect Europe and Asia. Stretch
When Pope Julius II tapped Michelangelo to repaint the altar wall of the Sistine Chapel in Rome back in 1503, he set in motion one of art history's most ambitious projects — though he would never witn
It's October 31, 1756, inside "The Leads" — the infamous prison section tucked within the Doge Palace. Giacomo Casanova sits in solitary confinement, handed a 5-year sentence for crimes he committed a
The close of the First World War in 1918 didn't bring peace to a weary world — instead, it ushered in an entirely different kind of catastrophe. Starting in March of that year, a novel influenza strai
While a small painting might come together in a matter of days or weeks, the most ambitious artistic endeavors can demand years — sometimes even decades — of dedicated effort. Mount Rushmore, arguably