It's fun to look back over the years and see the significance of certain dates. Here's a few to check out!
u 1995: The "Million Man March" takes place Oct. 16 in Washington, D.C. u 1989: The San Francisco area is struck by a massive earthquake Oct. 17, killing 67. u 1987: On Oct. 16, "Baby Jessica" McClure is rescued from a Texas well after 58 hours. u 1977: On Oct. 18, Reggie Jackson hits a record 3 home runs in a World Series game. u 1968: Spacecraft Apollo 7 splashes down Oct. 22 after orbiting Earth 168 times. u 1959: New York's Guggenheim Museum opens to the public Oct. 21. u 1858: The "Can-Can" is performed for the first time Oct. 21 in Paris. u 1469: Ferdinand weds Isabella Oct. 18, uniting the dominions of Spain. |
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