All Events

Historical Events on October 13

  • White House

    1792

    In Washington, D.C., the cornerstone of the United States Executive Mansion (known as the White House since 1818) is laid.

  • War of 1812

    1812

    War of 1812: Battle of Queenston Heights: As part of the Niagara campaign in Ontario, Canada, United States forces under General Stephen Van Rensselaer are repulsed from invading Canada by British and native troops led by Sir Isaac Brock.

  • Georgia Institute of Technology

    1885

    The Georgia Institute of Technology is founded in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.

  • Boston Red Sox

    1903

    The Boston Red Sox win the first modern World Series, defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates in the eighth game.

  • Ankara

    1923

    Ankara replaces Istanbul as the capital of Turkey.

  • World War II

    1943

    World War II: The new government of Italy sides with the Allies and declares war on Germany.

  • Pacific Northwest

    1962

    The Pacific Northwest experiences a cyclone the equal of a Cat 3 hurricane. Winds measured above 150 mph at several locations; 46 people died.

  • Lebanese Civil War

    1990

    End of the Lebanese Civil War. Syrian forces launch an attack on the free areas of Lebanon removing General Michel Aoun from the presidential palace.

  • 2010 Copiapó mining accident

    2010

    The mining accident in Copiapó, Chile comes to an end as all 33 miners arrive at the surface after surviving a record 69 days underground awaiting rescue.

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