Significant Historical Events Mark October 24

From the founding of the United Nations to the apprehension of the D.C. snipers, October 24 is notable for pivotal moments in history.

On October 24, 1945, the United Nations was officially established with the ratification of its charter by 29 nations, marking the day as United Nations Day.
The D.C. sniper attacks ended on October 24, 2002, with the capture of John Allen Muhammad and Lee Boyd Malvo in Maryland.
October 24, 1929, known as 'Black Thursday,' saw the start of the Wall Street Crash, as a massive sell-off led to financial chaos.
The George Washington Bridge, once the world's longest suspension bridge, was dedicated on October 24, 1931, connecting New York City and New Jersey.
In 1952, Dwight D. Eisenhower, then a presidential candidate, promised to visit Korea to address the ongoing conflict, a pledge he fulfilled after his election.