1. In 1680, on August 10, the Pueblo Revolt began in present-day New Mexico. Pueblo Indians, led by Popé, rose up against Spanish colonizers to defend their land, culture, and religion.

2. On August 10, 1821, Mexico declared its independence from Spain. This event had a significant impact on New Mexico, which became a territory of Mexico three years later.

3. In 1846, during the Mexican-American War, American forces under General Stephen W. Kearny entered Santa Fe, New Mexico, on August 10. This effectively ended Mexican control of the area and led to the eventual annexation of New Mexico by the United States.

4. On August 10, 1916, the National Park Service was established. This agency has played a crucial role in preserving and protecting numerous natural and cultural sites in New Mexico, including Carlsbad Caverns National Park and Bandelier National Monument.

5. In 1971, on August 10, the New Mexico State Fair opened for the first time at its current location in Albuquerque. The fair has since become a beloved annual event that attracts visitors from all over the state and beyond.