October 5 history

Today in History: October 6, Anwar Sadat assassinated

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On This Day: October 6, Anwar Sadat’s Assassination Today is Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, the 279th day of the year with 86 days left. On this day in history, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat was assassinated in 1981. In 1927, “The Jazz Singer” marked the beginning of talking pictures. In 1973, the Yom Kippur War began … Read more

Today in History: October 5, Televangelist convicted of fraud

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Historical Events on October 5th: Televangelist found guilty of fraud On October 5, 2025, it is the 278th day of the year with 87 days remaining. Significant events in history on this date include the conviction of Jim Bakker for fraud in 1989, the nearly complete wipeout of the Dalton Gang in 1892, and the … Read more