Italy Declares War on Germany
October 13, 1943, Italy declared war on Germany.
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White House Named
October 12, 1901, Theodore Roosevelt changed the name of the Executive Mansion to the White House.
Kathryn Sullivan in Space
October 11, 1984, Kathryn Sullivan became the first woman to walk in space.
Agnew Resigns
October 10, 1973, Spiro Agnew resigned from his position as Vice President.
Roger Williams Banished
October 9, 1635, Roger Williams was banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
Chicago Fire
October 8, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire broke out.
First Chartered Railroad
October 7, 1826, the first chartered railroad in the world began service.
The Jazz Singer
October 6, 1927, the first sound movie premiered in New York City.
Clinton Impeachment Hearings Recommended
October 5, 1998, the House of Representatives recommended impeachment hearings against President Bill Clinton.
Sputnik 1
October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1.