Organized by the Columbian Order, the first recorded “Columbus Day” was celebrated on this day.
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President Theodore Roosevelt changed the name of the 'Executive Mansion' to 'The White House.'
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, unveiled its iconic Christ The Redeemer statue.
Mariner IX took two photos of Mars' north pole.
A royal wedding occurred in Munich, which is considered to be the first-ever Oktoberfest event.
The Provisional Irish Republican Army attempted to assassinate British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.
