1. On October 7, 1914, the Wilmington race riot, also known as the Wilmington Insurrection, occurred. It was a violent conflict between white supremacists and black residents in Wilmington, Delaware, resulting in at least 30 deaths and the overthrow of the elected biracial government.

2. In 1777, Revolutionary War soldiers under the command of General George Washington marched through Delaware on October 7th, en route to the Battle of Germantown.

3. On October 7, 1845, the Delaware Democratic Party held its first state convention, nominating candidates for governor, legislature, and other offices.

4. The Delaware State Hospital, now known as the Delaware Psychiatric Center, opened its doors on October 7, 1954, providing mental health care to residents of Delaware and surrounding states.

5. On October 7, 1960, Delaware Senator John J. Williams delivered a speech on the Senate floor attacking government waste and corruption, which become known as the "Golden Fleece" speech. It garnered national attention and led to a series of investigations into government spending.