On this day: October 12

POSTED: 10:50 AM PDT Oct 11, 2012    UPDATED: 11:00 PM PDT Oct 11, 2012 

Christopher Columbus lands in the New World, Oktoberfest finds its roots, Sid is arrested for allegedly killing Nancy, and Matthew Shepard dies, all on this day.

OTD October 12 - Columbus Day
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1792: Columbus Day is celebrated for the first time in the United States, with New York City and other cities marking the 300th anniversary of his landing in the New World.

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