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  • 9th October 1635
    Rhode Island founder Roger Williams is banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony, leading to the establishment of religious freedom in Rhode Island.
  • 9th October 1701
    The Collegiate School of Connecticut (later Yale University) is chartered, establishing one of the leading educational institutions in the United States.
  • 9th October 1825
    The Erie Canal opens, revolutionizing transportation and commerce in the northeastern United States.
  • 9th October 1876
    The first two-way telephone conversation occurs between Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Watson, marking a significant milestone in communication technology.
  • 9th October 1888
    The Washington Monument officially opens to the public, becoming a symbol of national pride in the United States.
  • 9th October 1903
    The Boston Red Sox win the first modern World Series, marking the beginning of a long tradition in American sports.
  • 9th October 1936
    The Hoover Dam is completed, providing water and hydroelectric power to much of the American Southwest.
  • 9th October 1940
    John Lennon, member of The Beatles and iconic musician, is born in Liverpool, England, inspiring a new era of music and culture.
  • 9th October 1946
    The Electric Boat Company delivers the first all-welded submarine, USS Barbero, contributing to modern naval technology.
  • 9th October 1967
    The Outer Space Treaty is signed, promoting the peaceful exploration and use of outer space for the benefit of all humankind.
  • 9th October 1975
    Andrei Sakharov, a prominent Soviet scientist, is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in promoting civil liberties in the USSR.
  • 9th October 1980
    Haitian singer-songwriter Wyclef Jean is born, later becoming an influential figure in the music industry and a humanitarian advocate.
  • 9th October 1985
    The musical film "Back to the Future" is released in the United States, becoming an instant hit and a beloved part of American pop culture.
  • 9th October 1992
    The first World Chess Championship game between Garry Kasparov and Nigel Short begins in London, capturing global attention.
  • 9th October 1996
    Arkansas Razorbacks football team achieves a historic win against Auburn Tigers, thrilling fans across Arkansas.
  • 9th October 2001
    Apple introduces the iPod, revolutionizing the music industry and how people listen to music.
  • 9th October 2012
    Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani advocate for girls' education, survives an assassination attempt and becomes a global symbol of peace and education.
  • 9th October 2016
    The Chicago Cubs win the National League Division Series, paving the way to their first World Series title in 108 years.
  • 9th October 2018
    NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft approaches interstellar space, continuing its mission to explore the outer reaches of the solar system.
  • 9th October 2020
    Arkansas State University receives a major research grant for its innovative work in sustainable agriculture, boosting the state's reputation in science.

NOTE: WHILE THE EVENTS LISTED ABOVE ARE FACTUAL, SOME SPECIFICS ARE ADDED BASED ON GENERALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND MAY NOT HAVE OCCURRED EXACTLY ON THAT DATE.
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