All times in UTC ·
Dashed edge = started before, or continues beyond, this day
Events on Saturday 13 October 1855 1
1855William Walker captures Granada, NicaraguaAmerican filibuster seizes control of a Nicaraguan cityAmerican adventurer William Walker, leading a band of mercenaries, captured the city of Granada during Nicaragua's civil conflict. The seizure gave Walker effective control over the country and led to his installation as president the following year. His filibustering expedition drew international attention to Central America.