On This Day: Oct 17, 1931
On This Day, October 17, 1931, the notorious gangster Al Capone was convicted of tax evasion, marking the downfall of one of the most infamous … Read more
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On This Day: October 16, 1875
On This Day, October 16, 1875, Brigham Young University (BYU) was founded in Provo, Utah, initially established as Brigham Young Academy (BYA). This institution of … Read more
On This Day: October 15, 1783
On This Day, October 15, 1783, Jean-François Pilâtre de Rozier made a significant contribution to the field of aviation by becoming the first person to … Read more
On This Day: Oct. 14, 1890
On This Day, October 14, 1890, Dwight D. Eisenhower, a significant figure in 20th-century history, was born. Eisenhower’s life was marked by distinguished military service … Read more
On This Day: Oct 13, 1792
On This Day, October 13, 1792, a significant moment in the architectural and political history of the United States occurred with the laying of the … Read more
On This Day: October 12, 1810
On This Day, October 12, 1810, the first Oktoberfest was celebrated in Munich, Germany, laying the foundation for what would become one of the most … Read more
On This Day: October 11, 1971
On This Day, October 11, 1971, John Lennon released “Imagine,” a song that would become one of the most influential and enduring pieces of music … Read more
On This Day: October 10, 1845
On This Day, October 10, 1845, a significant institution in the history of the United States military was established with the opening of the Naval … Read more
On This Day: Oct 9, 1635
On This Day, October 9, 1635, Roger Williams, a prominent figure in the early history of America, faced a defining moment when he was convicted … Read more