October 15

    What happened on October 15 in history

    7 events fall on October 15, from 1582 to 1990. 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 15

    1. 1582

      The Gregorian calendar begins

      The day after 4 October in the countries that adopt it first.

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    2. 1582

      The Gregorian calendar starts

      The first day of the new calendar in Catholic Europe.

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    3. 1815

      Napoleon reaches St Helena

      He is landed on the island where he will die.

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    4. 1917

      Mata Hari is executed

      The dancer is shot as a spy at Vincennes.

      Read about Storming of the Winter Palace, October RevolutionPlay the 20th century round

    5. 1951

      I Love Lucy premieres

      The sitcom that will define American television begins.

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    6. 1966

      The Black Panther Party is founded

      Newton and Seale draw up a ten-point programme in Oakland.

      Read about Gateway Arch Under Construction, St. LouisPlay the 20th century round

    7. 1990

      Gorbachev wins the Nobel Peace Prize

      The award recognises his role in ending the Cold War.

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