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26 October in history.

5 moments from 1825 to 1985: discovery, creativity and courage, each with a source to read more.

5 moments

Chicago Theatre. Exposure blended from three shots.

1921

The Chicago Theatre opens. The Chicago Theatre opened its doors. It is the oldest surviving grand movie palace.

Wikipedia: Chicago Theatre

Photo: Daniel Schwen / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

More from 26 October

  1. Gateway Harbor along the Erie Canal in North Tonawanda, NY. This photo was taken about 1500 feet from the present day western terminus of the Erie Canal where it connects to the Niagara River.

    1825

    The Erie Canal opens

    The Erie Canal opened, letting boats travel directly between the Hudson River and Lake Erie.

    Wikipedia: Erie CanalWikipedia: Hudson RiverWikipedia: Lake Erie

    Photo: Joshua Karn / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)

  2. 1863

    The Football Association is founded

    The Football Association, the world's first governing body for football, was founded in London.

    Wikipedia: The Football AssociationWikipedia: Sports governing bodyWikipedia: Association football

  3. 1958

    The Boeing 707 makes its first passenger flight

    Pan American Airways flew the first commercial Boeing 707 flight, from New York City to Paris.

    Wikipedia: Pan AmWikipedia: Boeing 707

  4. Uluru/Ayers rock

    1985

    Uluru is returned to its traditional owners

    The Australian government handed ownership of Uluru back to the local Pitjantjatjara Aboriginal people.

    Wikipedia: Uluru

    Photo: Ek2030372672 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Moments chosen for discovery, creativity and courage. Each one links to a source where you can read more; photos are credited to their owners.