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On October 19, learn about the most interesting historical events and facts that occurred throughout history. The 292nd day of the Gregorian calendar is October 19th. On this day, Saddam Hussein was tried in Iraq for crimes against humanity, the Dow Jones Industrial Index plummeted 22% on Black Monday, and John Jay was sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States.
The date of October 19 falls under the sign of Libra. Boxer Evander Holyfield and actor John Lithgow both have October 19th birthdays. National Mammography Day and National New Friends Day are also celebrated today.
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(October 19, 1722) |
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(October 19, 1974) |
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(Died on October 19, 2017) |
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