1. On August 6, 1927, the state's first commercial airplane landed in Reno. This historic event marked the beginning of a new era for transportation in Nevada, as air travel became a more common and convenient way to travel across the state.

2. In 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan, on August 6th. The test, known as the Trinity test, was conducted at the Alamogordo Bombing Range in New Mexico, but the effects of the blast were felt far beyond the testing area.

3. August 6, 1964, marked the signing of the Wilderness Act, which provided legal protection for designated wilderness areas in Nevada and throughout the United States. This legislation helped preserve some of the state's most cherished natural resources for future generations to enjoy.

4. In 1986, Nevada became the first state to pass a law requiring seat belts to be worn by all drivers and passengers in motor vehicles. This important safety measure has helped reduce the number of injuries and fatalities on the state's roads.

5. On August 6, 2012, the Mars Science Laboratory, also known as Curiosity, landed on the red planet. This historic event marked the first time a rover had successfully landed on another planet, and it provided valuable insights into the geology and environment of Mars.