October 22

    What happened on October 22 in history

    7 events fall on October 22, from 1633 to 1979. 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 22

    1. 1633

      The Battle of Liaoluo Bay

      A Ming fleet defeats the Dutch East India Company off Fujian.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1797

      The first parachute jump

      André-Jacques Garnerin drops from a balloon over Paris.

      Read about Discovery of the Rosetta StonePlay the Exploration & revolution round

    3. 1836

      Sam Houston is inaugurated

      The first president of the Republic of Texas takes office.

      Read about Battle of the AlamoPlay the 19th century round

    4. 1962

      Kennedy announces the missile blockade

      He tells Americans of Soviet missiles in Cuba and orders a quarantine.

      Read about Construction of the Berlin WallPlay the 20th century round

    5. 1962

      Kennedy addresses the nation

      He reveals the missiles in Cuba and announces a naval quarantine.

      Read about Construction of the Berlin WallPlay the 20th century round

    6. 1964

      Sartre refuses the Nobel

      He declines the prize for literature.

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

    7. 1979

      The Shah enters the United States

      His admission for medical treatment sets off the Tehran embassy crisis.

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