Here are 5 interesting facts about August 28 in Delaware history:

1. In 1833, the Wilmington and Susquehanna Railroad officially opened, connecting the city of Wilmington to the Pennsylvania state line. The railway served as a critical link between Delaware and the rest of the country, enabling the transportation of goods and people across the state and beyond.

2. On August 28, 1844, Delaware's rights activist and abolitionist Thomas Garrett was accused of helping a family of slaves escape to freedom in Pennsylvania. Garrett was later convicted of aiding and abetting fugitive slaves and fined $4,500, but his dedication to the cause of abolitionism remained firm until his death.

3. In 1922, Delaware was the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, granting women in the country the right to vote. Delaware's ratification marked a crucial milestone in the history of women's suffrage and served as a model for other states to follow.

4. On August 28, 1963, civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech during the March on Washington. The speech called for an end to racism and discrimination in America, emphasizing the need for equality and justice for all individuals regardless of race, religion, or ethnicity.

5. In 2020, Delaware held its presidential primaries on August 28, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The state implemented several measures to ensure the safety of voters and poll workers, including expanded access to mail-in and early voting options. The primaries saw high turnout and marked an important moment in the 2020 presidential election.