1. On October 29, 1861, the Battle of Wildcat Mountain took place in Rockcastle County during the American Civil War. Union forces were able to repel Confederate troops and gain control of eastern Kentucky.

2. In 1929, the U.S. stock market crashed, which began the Great Depression. As a result, Kentucky and the rest of the country experienced significant economic hardship.

3. On October 29, 1977, the University of Kentucky defeated the University of Louisville in college football in what has become known as the "Governor's Cup" rivalry game.

4. In 1903, Bowling Green, Kentucky experienced a significant tornado outbreak that resulted in several deaths and significant damage to the area.

5. On October 29, 1945, the Kentucky Wildcats football team defeated the Georgia Bulldogs in what has become known as the "Miracle in Athens." The Wildcats were able to come back from a 14-point deficit to win the game 22-14.