October 2
1835 – The Texas Revolution begins with the Battle of Gonzales: Mexican soldiers attempt to disarm the people of Gonzales, Texas, but encounter stiff resistance from a hastily assembled militia.
1919 – U.S. President Woodrow Wilson
suffers a massive stroke, leaving him partially paralyzed.
1928 – The "Prelature of the Holy Cross and the Work of God", commonly known as Opus Dei, is founded by Josemaría Escrivá.
1950 – Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz
is first published.
1959 – The anthology series The Twilight Zone premieres on CBS television.
1970 – A plane carrying the Wichita State University football team, administrators, and supporters crashes in Colorado killing 31 people.
2002 – The Beltway sniper attacks begin,
extending over three weeks.