Significant Historical Events Mark October 16

From the rescue of Baby Jessica to the Million Man March, October 16 has witnessed pivotal moments in history.

On October 16, 1987, 18-month-old Jessica McClure was famously rescued from a well in Midland, Texas, after being trapped for over two days.
The Million Man March took place on October 16, 1995, in Washington D.C., aiming to unite Black men in a pledge of self-reliance and community commitment.
October 16, 1962, marked the beginning of the Cuban Missile Crisis, a critical moment in U.S.-Soviet relations during the Cold War.
In 1968, American athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos made a powerful statement with their Black power salutes at the Mexico City Olympics.
On October 16, 1964, China conducted its first successful atomic bomb test, marking a significant development in global nuclear capabilities.