October 13

In October 1843, Henry Jones founded B'nai B'rith in New York City as a fraternal organization to support Jewish immigrants. It emphasized mutual aid, cultural preservation, and social welfare within the Jewish community. Over the decades, B'nai B'rith grew into an international network dedicated to humanitarian service and defending Jewish rights. The organization established youth programs, education initiatives, and advocacy efforts against antisemitism. Its founding marked a milestone in American Jewish communal life. Today, B'nai B'rith continues to promote tolerance and global outreach.

On October 13, 1885, the Georgia Institute of Technology was chartered to offer industrial education in the post-Civil War South. It aimed to educate engineers and technicians to support regional economic growth. The institute opened its doors with a curriculum focused on practical sciences and engineering disciplines. Over the years, Georgia Tech expanded into a top-tier research university renowned for innovation and technological leadership. Its founding reflected broader trends of industrialization and educational reform in America. Today, it ranks among the world’s premier engineering institutions.