1. In 1864, the Battle of Allatoona occurred in Georgia during the Civil War. Iowa soldiers played a significant role in the battle, which resulted in a Union victory.

2. The first Czech language newspaper in the United States, “Svornost,” was founded in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on October 5, 1877. The paper became a leading source of news for Czech Americans.

3. On October 5, 1916, the Iowa State Highway Commission was established. This was a major milestone for the state’s transportation infrastructure and laid the groundwork for the development of Iowa’s modern highway system.

4. In 1977, the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum in West Branch, Iowa was dedicated. The library, which contains the personal papers and artifacts of the 31st U.S. president, has since become a popular tourist destination in Iowa.

5. On October 5, 2019, the University of Iowa Hawkeyes football team defeated the University of Michigan Wolverines 10-3 in a highly anticipated game. The victory moved the Hawkeyes to 4-0 on the season and helped secure their status as a top team in the Big Ten conference.