October

What Happened Today in History?

Discover the amazing events that shaped our world on this day throughout history.

Highlights from October 19

1781

The British Surrender at Yorktown!

Imagine a huge game of hide-and-seek, but with armies! On this day, the last big battle of the American Revolutionary Wa...

1812

Napoleon's Long, Cold Retreat from Moscow

Picture this: you're on a super long, unplanned camping trip in the middle of winter, and you forgot your warm coat! Tha...

1847

Jane Eyre Arrives in Bookstores

Imagine a book that was so gripping, people stayed up all night reading it! That was the story of *Jane Eyre* when it wa...