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2023

The video game Minecraft, owned by the American giant Microsoft, has surpassed 300 million copies sold, cementing its status as the best-selling game in history.

2018

The American retailer Sears files for bankruptcy.

2017

Actress Alyssa Milano posted the message, “If you’ve been sexually harassed or assaulted, write ‘me too.’” This message sparked a tidal wave on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

1993

Nelson Mandela and F.W. de Klerk are awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to end apartheid in South Africa.

1989

Wayne Gretzky becomes the NHL’s all-time leading scorer by recording his 1,850th point.

1940

The film “The Great Dictator,” a satirical social critique, is filmed, starring Charlie Chaplin.

1917

The Dutch exotic dancer Mata Hari is executed. She had been accused of being a German spy during World War II.

1866

The Great Fire of Quebec City destroys 2,500 homes.

1815

Napoleon Bonaparte arrives on the island of Saint Helena to begin his exile.

1612

Samuel de Champlain is appointed Governor of New France.

It happened on… October 15

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