From the books of history - 08 October special

What Happened

1932: Indian Air Force (originally the Royal Indian Air Force) was officially established on this day. It has since grown into the world's fourth-largest aerial power, and October 8 is proudly celebrated nationwide every year as Indian Air Force Day. 1871: Great Chicago Fire begins. One of the most destructive urban fires in history, killing hundreds and reshaping the city of Chicago. 1945: Patent filed for the microwave oven. Raytheon filed the patent that led to the development of the modern microwave oven. 1969: Captain James Cook lands in New Zealand. Marking the beginning of major European exploration and mapping of New Zealand.