It happened on a… October 6

1993

After 9 seasons & 3 Championships with the Chicago Bulls, Michael Jordan announces his retirement from the NBA; returns on March 18, 1995 and leads Bulls to another 3 NBA titles.

Non-natives erect barricade at Oka to protest actions of Kanesatake Mohawks.

1973

Egypt and Syria attacked Israel in an attempt to win back territory that had been lost in the third Arab-Israel war. Support for Israel led to a devastating oil embargo against many nations including the U.S. and Great Britain on October 17, 1973. The war lasted 2 weeks.

1966

Hydro-Quebec and British Newfoundland Corporation sign 40-year power deal; letting Quebec buy power from Churchill Falls at what will turn out to be bargain rates.