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  • 15th October 1582
    Pope Gregory XIII implements the Gregorian calendar, creating a more accurate system that is still in use today.
  • 15th October 1783
    The Montgolfier brothers launch the first untethered hot air balloon with human passengers, marking a milestone in aviation history.
  • 15th October 1924
    The Statue of Liberty is declared a national monument by President Calvin Coolidge, symbolizing freedom and democracy in the U.S.
  • 15th October 1940
    Charlie Chaplin releases his groundbreaking film "The Great Dictator," a comedic and satirical critique of dictatorships, becoming a global success.
  • 15th October 1948
    WNBA pioneer Nancy Lieberman is born, later becoming a basketball icon and an inspiration for women in sports.
  • 15th October 1951
    "I Love Lucy" premieres on CBS, becoming one of the most beloved sitcoms in American television history.
  • 15th October 1966
    The Black Panther Party is founded in the United States, advocating for civil rights and community empowerment in a positive movement for equality.
  • 15th October 1969
    Led Zeppelin releases their iconic album "Led Zeppelin II," which later becomes one of the most influential rock albums of all time.
  • 15th October 1970
    NASA's Mariner 9 spacecraft is launched, becoming the first spacecraft to orbit another planet (Mars), advancing space exploration.
  • 15th October 1977
    Debbie Boone’s hit song "You Light Up My Life" reaches number one on the Billboard Hot 100, staying there for 10 weeks.
  • 15th October 1989
    Wayne Gretzky breaks Gordie Howe's NHL scoring record with his 1,851st point, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest hockey players.
  • 15th October 1991
    The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded to Aung San Suu Kyi for her non-violent struggle for democracy and human rights in Myanmar.
  • 15th October 1997
    Andy Green breaks the sound barrier on land in the ThrustSSC, setting a new world land speed record of 763 mph.
  • 15th October 2003
    China successfully launches its first manned space mission, making it the third country to send humans into space, advancing global space exploration.
  • 15th October 2006
    Arkansas Razorbacks achieve a stunning victory against Auburn in college football, electrifying fans across Arkansas.
  • 15th October 2007
    Drew Carey becomes the new host of "The Price Is Right," carrying on the legacy of one of the longest-running game shows in history.
  • 15th October 2010
    The Chilean miners are rescued after being trapped underground for 69 days, marking a moment of international celebration and relief.
  • 15th October 2013
    Malala Yousafzai is awarded the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, becoming a global symbol of the fight for girls' education.
  • 15th October 2015
    NASA announces the discovery of water on Mars, opening new possibilities for future space exploration and the search for extraterrestrial life.
  • 15th October 2019
    Arkansas native Ben Rector releases his album "Magic: Live From The USA," gaining national attention for his unique sound and positive messages.

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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