1. Savannah becomes first steamship to cross the Atlantic: On October 16, 1819, the steamship Savannah became the first steamship to cross the Atlantic Ocean. The Savannah was built in New York City and set sail on May 22, 1819, arriving in Liverpool, England on June 20. On the return journey, the Savannah crossed the Atlantic using a combination of steam power and sail; the first time this had ever been done.

2. Georgia Tech is founded: On this day in 1885, the Georgia School of Technology (now known as Georgia Tech) was founded in Atlanta, Georgia. The school was established to provide technical training and education to support the growing industries in the state, and has since become one of the top engineering colleges in the country.

3. The Georgia State Fair starts: The Georgia State Fair, one of the oldest and largest fairs in the state, starts on October 16 each year. The fair features exhibits, agricultural displays, carnival rides, and live entertainment, and typically attracts thousands of visitors from around the state and beyond.

4. First Negro League World Series takes place: On October 16, 1924, the first Negro League World Series took place between the Kansas City Monarchs and the Hilldale Athletic Club. The Monarchs went on to win the series in five games, marking a significant milestone in the history of professional baseball and the struggle for racial equality.

5. Martin Luther King Jr. receives Nobel Peace Prize: On October 16, 1964, civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his nonviolent resistance to racial discrimination in the United States. King remains one of Georgia's most celebrated and beloved figures, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of civil rights activists and advocates around the world.