2006⚡ Event
Kiholo Bay Earthquake
An earthquake registering 6.7 Mw occurred off the northwestern coast of the island of Hawaii.
disaster
What Happened on October 15?
Discover 15 historical moments on October 15 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Hero image inspired by: Bailee Madison
Historical Events on October 15(5)
2007⚡ Event
New Zealand Anti-Terrorism Raids
New Zealand Police conducted anti-terrorism raids in relation to an alleged paramilitary training camp, arresting 17 people and seizing weapons.
politicslaw
2011⚡ Event
Global Protests
Global demonstrations against economic inequality and corporate influence were held in more than 950 cities in 82 countries.
economicspolitics
2013⚡ Event
Bohol Earthquake
A 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck Bohol in the Philippines, resulting in 222 deaths.
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2018⚡ Event
Jayme Closs Kidnapping
Thirteen-year-old Jayme Closs was kidnapped from her home in Wisconsin and held captive for 88 days.
law
Famous Birthdays on October 15(5)
1998🎂 Birth
Teuku Wariza Aris Munandar
Teuku Wariza Aris Munandar, Indonesian activist and politician, was born.
politics
1999🎂 Birth
Bailee Madison
Bailee Madison, American-Canadian actress and singer, was born.
entertainment
Notable Deaths on October 15(5)
2017🕊️ Death
Chinggoy Alonzo
Filipino theater, movie, and television actor Chinggoy Alonzo died. He was born in 1950.
entertainment
2018🕊️ Death
Paul Allen
Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, philanthropist, owner of the Seattle Seahawks, died.
technologyentertainment
2021🕊️ Death
David Amess
David Amess, British politician, member of Parliament for Southend West, died.
politics
2025🕊️ Death
Jim Bolger
Jim Bolger, New Zealand businessman and politician, 35th Prime Minister of New Zealand, died.
politics
October 15 in History
October 15 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 2006 to the present day.
Major Events on October 15
Among the most notable events on October 15: Kiholo Bay Earthquake (2006), New Zealand Anti-Terrorism Raids (2007), Global Protests (2011). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on October 15
Notable figures born on October 15 include Teuku Wariza Aris Munandar, Bailee Madison, Ben Woodburn. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on October 15
Remembered figures who died on October 15 include Chinggoy Alonzo, Paul Allen, David Amess. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on October 15?
- October 15 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 15?
- One of the most notable events on October 15 is: Kiholo Bay Earthquake.
- Who was born on October 15?
- Famous figures born on October 15 include Teuku Wariza Aris Munandar, Bailee Madison, Ben Woodburn.
- How many historical events happened on October 15?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on October 15, spanning centuries of world history.
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