Here are some of the great historical events that happened today, October 22nd, in history!
| 741 | Charles Martel of Gaul dies at Quiezy. His mayoral power is divided between his two sons, Pepin III and Carloman. |
| 1746 | Princeton University received its charter. |
| 1797 | French balloonist Andre-Jacques Garnerin made the first parachute descent, landing safely from a height of about 3,000 feet. |
| 1824 | The Tennessee Legislature adjourns ending Davy Crockett’s state political career.  |
| 1836 | Sam Houston sworn in as the first president of the Republic of Texas. |
