1492Christopher Columbus's expedition makes landfall on Caribbean island he names San Salvador (likely Watling Island, Bahamas). The explorer believes he has reached East Asia (OS 21 Oct)
1915Ford Motor Company under Henry Ford manufactures its 1 millionth Model T automobile
1915Theodore Roosevelt criticizes US citzens who identify themselves, with dual nationalities
October 12th Historical Events
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Notable Birthdays on October 12th
1968Hugh Jackman, Australian actor and singer (X-men, Real Steel)