Organized by the Columbian Order, the first recorded “Columbus Day” was celebrated on this day.
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A royal wedding occurred in Munich, which is considered to be the first-ever Oktoberfest event.
The world's strongest storm ever was recorded.
The USS Holland (SS-1) became the first modern submarine commissioned for the United States Navy.
Mariner IX took two photos of Mars' north pole.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, unveiled its iconic Christ The Redeemer statue.
