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  • 10th October 1845
    The U.S. Naval Academy opens in Annapolis, Maryland, marking the beginning of formal education for future naval officers.
  • 10th October 1913
    The Panama Canal completes its first trial with the U.S. tugboat "Gatun" passing through, a major engineering milestone.
  • 10th October 1920
    The Carpentier-Dempsey boxing match becomes the first fight broadcast on radio, marking a new era in sports entertainment.
  • 10th October 1935
    Porgy and Bess, a renowned American opera composed by George Gershwin, premieres in New York City.
  • 10th October 1957
    The classic TV series "Zorro" premieres on ABC, becoming a beloved show for generations of viewers.
  • 10th October 1964
    The Tokyo Summer Olympics opens, marking Japan’s debut as an Olympic host, and the first Olympics held in Asia.
  • 10th October 1970
    Fiji gains independence from the United Kingdom, celebrating its first Independence Day.
  • 10th October 1975
    Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton remarry in a romantic ceremony, capturing the fascination of fans worldwide.
  • 10th October 1979
    Waylon Jennings wins Entertainer of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards, solidifying his place in country music history.
  • 10th October 1980
    U.S. President Jimmy Carter signs legislation creating the Department of Education, enhancing the national focus on education reform.
  • 10th October 1985
    Orson Welles, a giant in film and entertainment, receives a posthumous honor at the 57th Academy Awards for his contributions to cinema.
  • 10th October 1986
    Andrew Lloyd Webber’s "Phantom of the Opera" debuts in London, going on to become one of the longest-running musicals in history.
  • 10th October 1990
    Rock band Aerosmith releases the hit album "Pump," revitalizing their career and producing several chart-topping singles.
  • 10th October 1992
    The Arkansas Razorbacks football team wins a key game against Tennessee, boosting their season standings.
  • 10th October 1995
    Paul McCartney receives the Companion of Honour from Queen Elizabeth II for his contribution to British music and culture.
  • 10th October 2000
    Britney Spears releases her single "Stronger," which becomes a global hit and cements her status as a pop icon.
  • 10th October 2003
    Arsenal’s Thierry Henry scores a stunning hat-trick against Liverpool, further solidifying his legendary status in football.
  • 10th October 2010
    Chile successfully begins the rescue of 33 trapped miners after 69 days underground, in a moment of global unity and celebration.
  • 10th October 2017
    Arkansas native KJ Jefferson, a high school quarterback, commits to the Razorbacks, creating excitement for future seasons.
  • 10th October 2021
    U.S. gymnast Simone Biles receives the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring her career accomplishments.

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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