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Today in History: October 14, Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel wins Nobel Peace Prize

Today is Monday, Oct. 14, the 288th day of 2024. There are 78 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 14, 1986, Holocaust survivor and human rights advocate Elie Wiesel (EL’-ee vee-ZEHL’) was named winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. Also on this date: In 1066, Normans under William the Conqueror defeated the English at the Battle of Hastings. Related Articles Proposition 131 would change Colorado’s election system in races for governor, Congress, other offices Today in History: October 13, Chilean miners rescued after 69 days underground Today in History: October 12, Bali nightclub bombings kill more than 200 Today in History: October 11, Anita Hill testifies at Clarence Thomas hearings Today in History: October 10, Vice President Spiro Agnew resigns In 1586, Mary, Queen of Scots, went on trial in England, accused of committing treason against Queen Elizabeth I.

 

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