Nevada Becomes 36th State
On October 31, 1864, Abraham Lincoln admitted Nevada to the Union to aid in the Civil War.
American History
Dedication of World’s Columbian Exposition
On October 21, 1892, Chicago held the dedication ceremony for the World’s Columbian Exposition, which officially opened to the public the following May.
Death of Herbert Hoover
On October 20, 1964, America’s 31st president, Herbert Hoover died.
U.S. Takes Possession of Puerto Rico
On October 18, 1898, U.S. troops raised the American flag over Puerto Rico, marking the start of US possession of the island.
Burgoyne Surrenders At Saratoga
On October 17, 1777, British General Burgoyne surrendered at Saratoga – one of the major American victories of the American Revolution.
Happy Birthday Rutherford Hayes
Rutherford Birchard Hayes was born October 4, 1822, in Delaware, Ohio.
Siege Of Yorktown Begins
On September 28, 1781, American forces launched the last major land battle of the Revolutionary War – the Siege of Yorktown.
Benedict Arnold Commits Treason
On September 21, 1780, American Revolutionary War General Benedict Arnold met with the British as part of a plan to hand over West Point – an act of treason.
Death of President McKinley
Eight days after being shot by an assassin at the Pan-American Expo, President McKinley died on September 14, 1901.