1. The signing of the Declaration of Independence by Rhode Island: On August 5, 1776, representatives of Rhode Island signed the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia, officially declaring the colony's separation from British rule.
2. The start of construction on the Newport Bridge: On August 5, 1968, construction began on the Newport Bridge, which spans Narragansett Bay and connects Newport and Jamestown. At the time of its completion in 1969, it was the longest suspension bridge in New England.
3. The creation of the Rhode Island Tourism Division: On August 5, 1976, the Rhode Island Tourism Division was created to promote the state's travel industry. Today, the division is responsible for marketing Rhode Island to domestic and international tourists.
4. The opening of the Providence Bruins hockey arena: On August 5, 1992, the Providence Bruins hockey arena opened its doors for the first time. The arena, which is located in downtown Providence, is home to the American Hockey League team of the same name.
5. The renaming of USS Providence: On August 5, 2000, the USS Providence (SSN-719) was officially renamed the "USS Providence/Rhode Island." The submarine, which was commissioned in 1985, was named after the city of Providence, but the name change was made to honor the entire state of Rhode Island.
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