1994⚡ Event
Loyalist Ceasefire Announced
Loyalist leader Gusty Spence announced that the Combined Loyalist Military Command would observe a ceasefire during a meeting at Fernhill House, Belfast.
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What Happened on October 13?
Discover 15 historical moments on October 13 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on October 13(5)
2011⚡ Event
King of Bhutan marries Jetsun Pema
The Dragon King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, married Jetsun Pema at the Punakha Dzong.
politics
2013⚡ Event
Navaratri stampede in India
During the Hindu festival of Navaratri at a temple in Madhya Pradesh, India, rumours about an impending bridge collapse caused a stampede that resulted in 115 deaths.
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2016⚡ Event
King Bhumibol Adulyadej dies
The King of Thailand, Bhumibol Adulyadej, died after 70 years on the throne, at which point was the longest-reigning current monarch.
politics
2019⚡ Event
Brigid Kosgei sets marathon world record
At the Chicago Marathon, Kenyan runner Brigid Kosgei set the current marathon world record for women running in a mixed-sex race.
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Famous Birthdays on October 13(5)
Notable Deaths on October 13(5)
October 13 in History
October 13 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1994 to the present day.
Major Events on October 13
Among the most notable events on October 13: Loyalist Ceasefire Announced (1994), King of Bhutan marries Jetsun Pema (2011), Navaratri stampede in India (2013). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on October 13
Notable figures born on October 13 include Joshua Wong, Andrew Capobianco, Caleb McLaughlin. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on October 13
Remembered figures who died on October 13 include Albert Zafy, Annapurna Devi, Louise Glück. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on October 13?
- October 13 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on October 13?
- One of the most notable events on October 13 is: Loyalist Ceasefire Announced.
- Who was born on October 13?
- Famous figures born on October 13 include Joshua Wong, Andrew Capobianco, Caleb McLaughlin.
- How many historical events happened on October 13?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on October 13, spanning centuries of world history.
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