1. The first Earth Day was celebrated in Alabama in 1970
April 22 is celebrated as Earth Day around the world. In Alabama, the first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970. It was created to raise awareness about environmental problems and promote sustainability.

2. The Tuskegee Airmen were officially recognized in Alabama in 2007
On April 22, 2007, the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African American military pilots who fought in World War II, were officially recognized in Alabama. They played a significant role in the war effort and paved the way for increased racial integration in the military.

3. The deadliest tornado outbreak in Alabama history occurred on April 22, 2011
On April 22, 2011, Alabama experienced the deadliest tornado outbreak in state history. The storms claimed the lives of over 240 people and caused extensive damage throughout the state.

4. The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute opened on April 22, 1992
On April 22, 1992, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute opened in downtown Birmingham, Alabama. The institute serves as a museum and cultural center dedicated to the history of the civil rights movement in the city and beyond.

5. The Battle of Selma took place on April 22, 1865
On April 22, 1865, the Battle of Selma, one of the last major battles of the Civil War, took place in Alabama. Union forces led by General James H. Wilson defeated Confederate troops under the command of General Nathan Bedford Forrest. The battle was a significant event in the collapse of the Confederacy.