October 13th
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- 1958 Paddington Bear makes his debut in children's literature, quickly becoming an iconic character known for his love of marmalade.
- 1792 Construction of the White House begins in Washington, D.C., laying the foundation for what will become the residence of U.S. Presidents.
- 1845 Texas is admitted into the United States as the 28th state, expanding U.S. territory and influencing American politics.
- 2010 33 Chilean miners, trapped underground for over two months, are safely rescued in a widely watched event.
