1. In 1947, the first televised World Series game took place at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. The New York Yankees played against the Brooklyn Dodgers, with the Yankees ultimately winning the series.

2. On October 5, 1977, the New York City blackout occurred, causing widespread power outages and looting throughout the city. It was one of the largest blackouts in US history, affecting over 9 million people.

3. The Brooklyn Bridge, which spans the East River and connects Manhattan and Brooklyn, was opened to the public on October 5, 1883. It remains an iconic symbol of New York City to this day.

4. On October 5, 1919, the US Navy launched the first transatlantic flight from Long Island, New York to Lisbon, Portugal. The journey took over 11 days and set a new record for long-distance aviation.

5. The New York Giants played their first ever game on October 5, 1925, against the Frankford Yellow Jackets. The Giants won the game 14-0 and went on to become a legendary NFL franchise.