October 02

Monday 02, 1944:

World War II: Nazi troops end the Warsaw Uprising.

Tuesday 02, 1928:

The "Prelature of the Holy Cross and the Work of God", commonly known as Opus Dei, was founded by Saint Josemaría Escrivá.

Thursday 02, 1924:

The Geneva Protocol is adopted as a means to strengthen the League of Nations.

Sunday 02, 1864:

Union forces attack Saltville, Virginia, but are defeated by Confederate troops.

Monday 02, 1780:

American Revolutionary War: British spy John Andre is hanged by American forces for his role in Benedict Arnold's plot to sell West Point to the British Army.