Rescues and Foundations
On October 13, 2010, a remarkable rescue operation in saw 33 men trapped for 69 days in a collapsed mine brought back to safety using a missile-like escape capsule.
This date also marks the laying of the cornerstone for the by in 1792, a significant moment in the architectural history of the .
Notable Events and Remembrances
In 1932, the cornerstone for the building was laid, further cementing the date's importance in U.S. history.
Other historical events on this day include declaring war on Germany in 1943, and the winning the against the in 1960.