1867 - US takes formal possession of Alaska from Russia ($7.2 million)
1945 - The Nuremberg War Crimes Trial began with indictments against 24 former Nazi leaders including Hermann Göring and Albert Speer. The trial lasted 10 months, with delivery of the judgment completed on October 1, 1946. Twelve Nazis were sentenced to death by hanging, three to life imprisonment, four to lesser prison terms, and three were acquitted.
1952 - Vinoo Mankad takes 13 Pakistan wkts to win 1st India-Pak clash
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18 October - Day in History of India
18 October - Knowledge History
History and Importance of the Day - Index of the Year
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