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1. In 1960, Hurricane Donna made landfall in North Carolina, leading to widespread damage and flooding.
2. On October 29, 1929, the stock market crash that would come to be known as Black Tuesday occurred, triggering the Great Depression.
3. In 1981, the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro officially opened to the public, featuring over 2,000 animals and 500 acres of exhibits.
4. On this day in 2005, the NBA’s Charlotte Bobcats played their first ever game, losing to the Indiana Pacers 104-101.
5. October 29 is also National Cat Day, established to recognize the importance of adopting and caring for cats, and promoting animal welfare.
5 Fun Facts About October 29 In North Carolina History
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