The Pledge of Allegiance was first recited in American schools.
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The USS Holland (SS-1) became the first modern submarine commissioned for the United States Navy.
President Theodore Roosevelt changed the name of the 'Executive Mansion' to 'The White House.'
The world's strongest storm ever was recorded.
Organized by the Columbian Order, the first recorded 'Columbus Day' was celebrated on this day.
A royal wedding occurred in Munich, which is considered to be the first-ever Oktoberfest event.
