October 1

    What happened on October 1 in history

    6 events fall on October 1, from 1908 to 1982. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on October 1

    1. 1908

      The Model T goes on sale

      Ford offers a car built for the multitude at 825 dollars.

      Read about Louis Blériot Crosses the English ChannelPlay the 20th century round

    2. 1949

      The People's Republic of China is proclaimed

      Mao declares the new state from Tiananmen Gate.

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    3. 1949

      The People's Republic is proclaimed

      Mao declares the new state from the Gate of Heavenly Peace.

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    4. 1957

      In God We Trust on the dollar

      The motto first appears on United States paper money.

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    5. 1971

      Walt Disney World opens

      The Florida resort welcomes its first visitors.

      Read about Sydney Opera House Under ConstructionPlay the 20th century round

    6. 1982

      The compact disc goes on sale

      Sony's first CD player reaches shops in Japan.

      Read about Los Angeles Summer OlympicsPlay the 20th century round

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