1. Vermont Becomes the 14th State: On October 1, 1791, Vermont became the 14th state to join the Union. Prior to this, Vermont had existed as an independent republic since 1777.

2. The Battle of Bennington: August 16, 1777, not October 1, is the date of the Battle of Bennington, but this significant Revolutionary War engagement marked a turning point in Vermont history. The victory over the British troops is credited with boosting morale and helping to secure Vermont's eventual statehood.

3. Vermont Ghost Town: On October 1, 1963, the town of Glastenbury, Vermont, became a ghost town. The once-thriving logging and mining town was gradually abandoned in the mid-20th century, and by 1963, the last remaining residents had moved away.

4. Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Plant: On October 1, 1972, the Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Plant began operating in Vernon, Vermont. The plant generated controversy over concerns about the safety of nuclear power, and in 2014, it ceased operations due to economic factors.

5. Vermont State Police Founded: On October 1, 1947, the Vermont State Police was founded. The organization was created to provide statewide law enforcement services and has since become an important part of Vermont's public safety infrastructure.